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Summary: An Oasis of Wit in a Desert of Density
Review: Fortean Times has been a great read since the first issues way back in the 1970's. It brings humor, a playful wit, and INTELLIGENCE to a subject that usually attracts writers lacking in one or more of these virtues. This volume was culled from the pages of the Times and is jam-packed with jaw-dropping pictures, and text that takes one out of oneself long enough to contemplate the "reality" of time slips and poltergeists and levitation and Kaspar Hauser--all in the spirited spirit of the American literary phenomenon who went by the name of Charles Fort.The only criticism I have of the book is that, contrary to Fort who heavily documents his work--some of the most interesting material goes undocumented. For instance, I for one would like to know where that fossilized sandal-print (the one that appears to be stepping on a trilobite) is located. Outside of this minor moan, the book is a gem worth collecting.
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Summary: An Oasis of Wit in a Desert of Density
Review: Fortean Times has been a great read since the first issues way back in the 1970's. It brings humor, a playful wit, and INTELLIGENCE to a subject that usually attracts writers lacking in one or more of these virtues. This volume was culled from the pages of the Times and is jam-packed with jaw-dropping pictures, and text that takes one out of oneself long enough to contemplate the "reality" of time slips and poltergeists and levitation and Kaspar Hauser--all in the spirited spirit of the American literary phenomenon who went by the name of Charles Fort. The only criticism I have of the book is that, contrary to Fort who heavily documents his work--some of the most interesting material goes undocumented. For instance, I for one would like to know where that fossilized sandal-print (the one that appears to be stepping on a trilobite) is located. Outside of this minor moan, the book is a gem worth collecting.
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Summary: Fabulous Guide to the Unknown
Review: This book is facisnating, not just because of it's content but also because of the way it is written. Many times guides like these are slanted, but this one is written in a very collected, objectional view that not only makes it super-easy to read, but allows you to draw your own conclusions. You can look up anything from urban legends to recorded unexplained phnomena to the existance of ghosts. It's all presented in an organized manner and in related categories, so if you find one thing that interests you, it's easy to find others. Also has a complete index and accompanying pictures with each entry. Definitly worth buying, if only for reference, but it's an excellent read as well!
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Summary: Fabulous Guide to the Unknown
Review: This book is facisnating, not just because of it's content but also because of the way it is written. Many times guides like these are slanted, but this one is written in a very collected, objectional view that not only makes it super-easy to read, but allows you to draw your own conclusions. You can look up anything from urban legends to recorded unexplained phnomena to the existance of ghosts. It's all presented in an organized manner and in related categories, so if you find one thing that interests you, it's easy to find others. Also has a complete index and accompanying pictures with each entry. Definitly worth buying, if only for reference, but it's an excellent read as well!
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