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Disinformation Guide to Ancient Aliens, Lost Civilizations, Astonishing Archaeology and Hidden History

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The Disinformation Guide to Ancient Aliens, Lost Civilizations, Astonishing Archaeology and Hidden History explores the possibility that ancient astronauts visited Earth in prehistory, influencing the development of civilisations. This compendium, edited by Preston Peet, features contributions from notable figures such as Erich von Daniken and Graham Hancock, blending scientific reports, scholarly studies, and fringe research. The book delves into ancient myths, archaeology, and lost technologies, challenging conventional views of history and offering fresh perspectives on humanity’s origins.
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Contributions by David Hatcher Childress, Erich von Daniken, Graham Hancock, Frank Joseph, Robert M. Schoch, Giorgio A. Tsoukalos and others.

Was our planet visited by alien astronauts in prehistory? Did it suffer collisions with a comet or asteroid? Do ancient myths and tales describe these visits and disasters in graphic detail?

This is an exploration of "hidden history," an area of enquiry that continues to fascinate an ever wider audience. In this massive compendium, editor Preston Peet brings together an all-star cast of contributors to question established wisdom about the history of the world and its civilisations.

Peet and contributors such as Erich von Daniken, Graham Hancock, David Hatcher-Childress and Frank Joseph guide us through exciting archaeological adventures and treasure hunts, ancient mysteries, and lost or rediscovered technologies, all of which defy conventional explanations.

Featuring serious scientific reports, scholarly studies, and so-called fringe research, The Disinformation Guide to Ancient Aliens, Lost Civilizations, Astonishing Archaeology and Hidden History will change our understanding of where and how our "modern" civilisation really began.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781938875038

Publisher: Disinformation Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 April 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Disinformation Company

Contributors:

  • Edited by Preston Peet

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 1g

Pages: 344

About the Author

Preston Peet is a writer, editor, photographer, musician, actor, DJ, activist and adventurer. He is, also, a regular contributor to High Times magazine and its website, the editor of the controversial website DrugWar.com and a columnist for New York Waste.

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