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 Read with skepticism July 8, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Very entertaining and well written book, though the author fails to adequately examine the evidence, instead preferring the more sensational theories that fit his theory. Though he does raise several interesting questions, his lack of caution in drawing conclusions and his scorn for those who disagree with him take away from his credibility and place this book firmly within the realm of psuedoscience. That said, it is a good and thought provoking read, as long as one remembers to take the author's claims with a healthy dose of skepticism.
Interesting, but outdated to even Mr. Hancock's beliefs June 24, 2008
What I respect most about Graham Hancock is his dedication to the truth and not his own ego gratification. I have read that since the writing of this book, he has veered away from his Antarctic-Atlantis connection and "really old pyramid" theories. The sequel, "Underworld" takes a more realistic approach to the question of a great lost civilization.
So what are we left with? A fine, well written travelogue and discourse on historical anomolies. The book captivated me until the end, then I stopped being captivated when he brought up the whole Antarctic civilization thing. It was just too darn silly. Pick up a copy if you're into travel journals or tips on how to gain access to...how should I put it? "Off-limit activities" (like climbing the pyramids of Giza).
 No number too high for this book March 29, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
First I wonder if Mr. Michael Bulger is on the government payroll what with his skepticism of the Hancock book. I am not a scientist by any means but have always found conventional scientific theories more than lacking in any credible explanations. Fingerprints of the Gods, whether Hancocks theories are correct or not, presents more credible evidence than traditional views. And who in the end will know who is actually correct after all since there is no proof from the 'established scientific community' (who are all fearful of not getting their tenures), so why is Mr Bulger so critical that Mr. Hancock is expressing his opinion when others have expressed theirs but without the credibility attached to it. I LOVED the book, my son is reading it now and cannot put it down, my husband will read it next.......I found it more than interesting, I can barely sit and tolerate listening to the traditional academics whose viewpoints make absolutely no sense at all (the egyptians carried 200,000 ton stones over miles; these stones can't even be lifted by cranes today........)........This reminds me of the government whistleblowers who are thrown out of their jobs, blacklisted and called unpatriotic if they say anything against the corruption of the govt)...this is what is happening here, those scientists on the govt payroll denigrating valid opinions.........Michel West, NYC
I F@(KIN LUV THIS BOOK!!! March 7, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
In a feild that is often full of eccentric ideas and discredited theory's this book stand's alone for it's purely scientific approach. First you have to get all the piece's of the puzzle, then, slowly but surely, as you peice them together, you will get a glimpse of the picture that Graham Hancock has so beautifully painted for us. One that our accepted 'history'(and religion for that matter)is incongruent & incompatible with.
For those of us with a keen intrest in 'the unexplained', this book will undoubtedly tantalize the intellect & quite possibly change the way you veiw the world...YOU CAN NOT PUT A PRICE ON THAT!!!
True or not, it's a great book February 1, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
It doesn't really matter if you believe in the lost civilization of Graham Hancock, the theories he lays down in this book are impressive never-the-less. The idea that there was an advanced civilization in pre-history on which many of the great early civilizations drew influence is a plausible one and Hancock offers a number of theories about who they were and what happened to them.
There is a lot of science in this book and, at times, it's a little hard to digest. This book is strongest, however, in weaving together the similarities in the myths and monuments of great cultures and purposing the idea that they evolved from a common source.
Whether you ultimately agree with Hancock's conclusions or not, readers of this book will be introduced to some interesting possibilities. This was my first book by Hancock and remains my favorite.
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