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Originally Posted by Teyrnon
My father was somewhat into Von Daniken's stuff back in the 70s and 80s. I tried reading a couple of the books a few years ago and was struck by this very thing. Von Daniken seems determined to find evidence for aliens in everything and many of his mysteries have well documented answers that he completely ignores.
I wouldn't recommend his books for anything except entertainment. On the other hand I have to admit hearing my father's speculations on the subject when I was growing up sparked my own interest in ancient history and human origins and prehistory.
Also, I rather enjoyed the Stargate television shows so I guess I should thank the ancient astronaut crowd for inspiring the writers involved in that.  |
Erich von Däniken speaks of the Biblical book of
Ezekiel as if there were no other way except for the actual existence of flying saucers to explain how an ancient writer could come up with the concept of a "wheel within a wheel."
Well, here's an alternative explanation: lead in the drinking cups!
