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Hidden Realms, Lost Civilizations, and Beings from Other Worlds (Unexplained Phenomena the Para)

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Jerome Clark's book searchingly examines modern and historical mythologies of the supernatural and otherworldly, which are sometimes tied to puzzling experiential claims and therefore raise profound questions about how we perceive reality. Hidden Realms is deeply and meticulously researched, well-written and a fascinating read. How much of our world do we human beings actually understand, in our infancy as explorers on this planet? Perhaps there are many other realities and creatures existing along with us, that only a few of us, for some strange reason, ever come in contact with. Or, are these "experience anomalies," as Clark calls them - reported with startling consistency over many centuries - simply aspects of human imagination that transcend time and cultures? Hidden Realms opens up magical worlds that all of us have been touched by since we were children, tapping into the open imaginations that we had then, when all things were possible. Once again, we can cross that line and take a journey that is humbling and awe-inspiring, but this time through the power of solid research. This book reminds us of how little we know, and how great the mysteries are that are all around us, just out of reach. It's a great escape from the darkness that we are all confronting in today's world.

aFor years I have followed Jerome Clark's many books and articles and have become convinced that he is the most important living chronicler of both the UFO phenomenon and the wildly various regions of the occult. His UFO Encyclopedia has long been an essential reference work for anyone laying claim to the title of UFO researcher, and now, with his new book, Hidden Realms, he has given us a work which performs a similar task for the bizarre and complex world of the occult. Along with compellingly objective readings of various arcane subjects, such as the life forms supposedly flourishing on the planet Venus, or even inside the sun (!), Clark takes us on a subtle tour of the history of astronomy. His knowledge of science is one of the greatest strengths of the book, especially in the way he thoughtfully juxtaposes recent scientific discoveries with related occult belief systems.

For any reader curious about, for example, the Lemurians who live inside Mount Shasta, or "Shavermania" or George Adamski, or the canals on Mars, he/she will find a lucid, fair minded - and fascinating - account in this book. I began reading it with almost no knowledge of the range and history of the occult and with little prior interest, but I was soon devouring it greedily. Clark's writing is so seductive and his material is so weirdly fascinating that the book is almost impossible to put down.

Hidden Realms belongs in every library as an essential reference work, but it also belongs on the bookshelf of anyone even slightly curious about Lost Civilizations and Beings From Other Worlds, the concluding words of the book's title. In Hidden Realms, Jerome Clark has given us yet another magisterial work to set beside his invaluable UFO Encyclopedia.

Budd Hopkins

This is an attractively put together, beautifully and lavishly illustrated book of what Clark calls "experienced anomalies." These are fascinating explorations of realms that may exist, or may only exist in people's fantasies. For instance, we know of Edgar Cayce's remarkable powers of diagnosis and healing, but here we explore his visions and predictions regarding the lost wonders of Atlantis for which no evidence has ever been found.
Clark explores other "secret places" not only on Earth but in an "alternate solar system" and "Between this World and the Otherworld."
Anyone who is interested in the human mind needs to understand these mysterious experiences and beliefs. This volume is a very enjoyable way of exploring them.

"Hidden Realms, Lost Civilizations & Beings from Other Worlds" comes from a respected researcher of unexplained phenomena who provides a comprehensive look at ancient mysteries and fictional fantasy lands. Firsthand accounts and historical documents are explored, along with in-depth coverage of culture and consciousness. From a British journalist's 2004 accounts of fairyland and life on Mars to alien worlds and parallel universes, this is a discussion no new age library should be without!

I was looking forward to this book and it didn't disappoint. Jerome Clark has written a very useful, concise guide to some of the archetypes still pervading modern popular culture. This is an intelligent look at mankind's obsession with supernatural creatures and mythical places, drawn mainly from the original sources. The illustrations make it a colorful and memorable read, reminding me somewhat of a similarly titled book, "Seres Y Lugares En Los Que Usted No Cree: Claves Para Un Enigma" (2003) by Jesus Callejo and Carlos Canales.

I never understand authors that write about a subject and completely discredit every detail of the content their writing about. I like the stories and phenomenon in this book. Most of the things in this book cannot be proven or disproven,I like to read them and make up my own mind on them. I dont need an author to present them and then systematically tell me how each one of them is a lie. I have bought 23 books on my Kindle this is the first one that I would like my money back on.I will always remember the name of this writer so I dont buy another of his works.