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Chariots of the Gods [Paperback]

Erich von Daniken
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Jan 11 2002
Erich von Daniken's Chariots of the Gods is a work of monumental importance--the first book to introduce the shocking theory that ancient Earth had been visited by aliens. This world-famous bestseller has withstood the test of time, inspiring countless books and films, including the author's own popular sequel, The Eyes of the Sphinx. But here is where it all began--von Daniken's startling theories of our earliest encounters with alien worlds, based upon his lifelong studies of ancient ruins, lost cities, potential spaceports, and a myriad of hard scientific facts that point to extraterrestrial intervention in human history. Most incredible of all, however, is von Daniken's theory that we ourselves are the descendants of these galactic pioneers--and the archeological discoveries that prove it... * An alien astronaut preserved in a pyramid
* Thousand-year-old spaceflight navigation charts
* Computer astronomy from Incan and Egyptian ruins
* A map of the land beneath the ice cap of Antarctica
* A giant spaceport discovered in the Andes
Includes remarkable photos that document mankind's first contact with aliens at the dawn of civilization.

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Erich von Daniken's first book, Chariots of the Gods, became a worldwide bestseller following its publication in 1968 and has been translated into thirty-two languages. It has since been followed by over two dozen additional books, including The Eyes of the Sphinx, Odyssey of the Gods, and The Gods Were Astronauts. Born and educated in Switzerland, Erich is an active researcher and explorer. His books have given rise to two full-length documentary films, Chariots of the Gods and Messages of the Gods, and he has delivered over 3,000 lectures in twenty-five countries. He lives in Beatenberg, Switzerland, with his wife. William Dufris began his audio career doing radio plays, audiobooks, film/animation dubbing, and language tapes in London, where he lived for thirteen years. While there, he had the honor of sharing the microphone in a number of BBC Radio plays with Kathleen Turner, Sharon Gless, Stockard Channing, and Helena Bonham-Carter. These experiences led him to cofound two audio production companies: The Story Circle Ltd. and Mind's Eye Productions. He has also acted on stage and television in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. William is the original voice of Bob (and Farmer Pickles/Mr. Beasley/Mr. Sabatini) in the popular children's show Bob the Builder for the United States and Canada (Series 1-9). He produces, directs, acts and engineers for his audio theatre company, Rocky Coast Radio Theatre. He has been nominated nine times as a finalist for the APA's prestigious Audie Award and has garnered twenty-one Earphones Awards from AudioFile magazine, which also named him one of the Best Voices at the End of the Century, as well as one of the Best Voices of the Year in 2008 and 2009.
--This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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1.0 out of 5 stars psychology, not archaeology Aug 13 2002
Format:Mass Market Paperback
This is a sneaky book. Von Daniken expends most of his energy attacking the supposed close-mindedness of the scientific establishment. This tactic predisposes the reader to want to disprove him -- to demonstrate that he or she is open-minded and willing to consider facts that don't agree with a pet theory. This makes the reader let down his or her guard, afraid to question von Daniken's evidence. His evidence? A few dozen seemingly anomalous finds linked together with a liberal helping of speculation and a heavy reliance on arguments from incredulity and a refusal to believe in any coincidence whatsoever. If you insist on reading this book, be as skeptical of his accusations of close-mindedness as you are of his theories (or any theories, for that matter).
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4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining, even if flawed Jan 23 2012
Format:Paperback
Judging by all the reviews, this book has obviously polarized readers for decades. However, despite all the criticisms and detractions, few can deny the power of Daniken's provokative theories. As a critical thinker who is open-minded, but not gullible, I have to say that I really enjoyed the read, and am glad to have a copy of Chariots of the Gods on my bookshelf. Even if you discard half of what passes as evidence in this book, it is hard to deny that at least a portion of the information presented invites further questions, and merits further research. So, at the very least, I give it a positive rating because of the entertainment factor, and for the conversation-starter that it is ;)
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1.0 out of 5 stars DLL in San Diego May 15 2000
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Unfortuantely, this was probably one of the first "UFO-related" books I read so I got off on a bad start on the subject material. Actually, since it was so ridiculous, I only was only able to read about the first half. If you have any scientific inclination or backgroud at all, this book is not for you. The writing constructs a house of cards by taking a few facts, building a few wild presumptions based on them, then making this all fact for the next chapter on which to build more conclusions. If there is anything here to be catorgized at all as "research", its a stretch. In the historical research vein, you're better off with the authors Zecharia Sitchin and Graham Hancock.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Chariots of the Gods, this was excellent...is there any of his books...
I thought this book was very knowledgable..it's too bad more people don't believe in our past and what is sitting in front of there noses. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Penny McLean
5.0 out of 5 stars Slightly dated, but definitly delivers a powerfull message.
Loved the book, great for ANYONE who is entertained by the idea that mainstream religion and/or archeology and/or science is only ever half right at best at revealing the tale of... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Adam Van Leeuwen
5.0 out of 5 stars CHARIOTS OF THE GODS
This is a classic. It changes the understanding of
human history, as it is taught in our society, totally.
This should be required reading for everybody.
Published 23 months ago by Wilhelm Steines
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW
Von Daniken has a LOT of good points in this book. Keep in mind he asks a lot of very good questions he isn't trying to say everything as fact which is nice. Read more
Published on Mar 6 2010 by P. Daniele
4.0 out of 5 stars Planet Earth's Forbidden History
I am an avid reader into the paranormal and I recently read Chariots of the Gods? by Erich Von Daniken. I am absolutely taken back by the theories that are presented by Mr. Read more
Published on May 29 2004
1.0 out of 5 stars An insult to humanity.
Although a fun read, the basic logic of this book is that our ancestors were primatives who were incapable of achieving the kinds of accomplishments that exist, and therefore, the... Read more
Published on April 23 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely Interesting
Although they seem a little far fetched, especially in this consumerist world where one will only believe that which is placed in front of him as "proof", I highly enjoy... Read more
Published on April 12 2004 by "leapersbetween"
1.0 out of 5 stars How is this guy still selling books?
This is pure pseudo-science, one that in spite of being thoroughly debunked over 20 years still manages to attract overtrusting and gullible readers. Read more
Published on Dec 29 2003 by Anthony Close
5.0 out of 5 stars very creative
This guy may be an absolute nut job but I'll give him 5 stars for creativity. If taken as a work of fiction this is a great book, and hey: it inspired the creation of the tv show... Read more
Published on Dec 27 2003
3.0 out of 5 stars INTERESTING BOOK, ALSO A DVD -- BUT ANYTHING BUT CREDIBLE
Daniken has sold over 60 million copies of his 9 books worldwide. He is a man you can look up to, he rose from waiting tables in Switzerland to being a hack philosopher. Read more
Published on Oct 14 2003 by Shashank Tripathi
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