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The Monkey and the Tetrahedron: Compelling Connections Between Mars, the UFO Dilemma and the Future of the Human Race

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If you're familiar with UFOs and Crop Circles, the Cold Fusion/Free Energy scene and the research of Richard Hoagland, and if you've read Graham Hancock and Creno & Thompson, you could have written this book yourself. It contains no original research, only a summary of the works of others, held together by some speculation and interpretation.

I'm not holding that against this book, since the author, in his introduction, does not claim to be more than an investigative writer who's giving a best-of of controversial science, and what sense he makes of it.

With that limitation in mind, this is a five-star book that I can recommened to any novice who is interested in getting a comprehensive overview of the vast field of controversial science before studying some of the source material in detail. Jinks has woven a lucid narrative that should convince anyone but the most hardened "sceptic" that mainstream science is in a state of deep crisis. The very sciencists who pride themselves on being close to a "theory of everything" remain profoundly ignorant of whole realms of nature, disparaging investigation of "anomalous" phenomena as unscientific and outright foolish. In doing so, they perpetuate the "sceptical" myth that certain subject areas - such as the ones covered by this book - are *inherently* unscientific, and that established theories always override actual evidence.

As Dan Drasin put it, "faced with provocative evidence of things undreamed of in their materialist philosophy, many otherwise mature scientists revert to a kind of skeptical infantilism characterized by blind faith in the absoluteness of the familiar". Jinks gives abundant examples of this sad state of affairs, from NASA's denial of solid research that indicates that some of the Cydonia objects are artificial, to the distortions and outright propaganda produced by the Leader of the Holy Inquisistion of Scientific Orthodoxy, the late Carl Sagan.

Jinks makes a good case that some of the knowledge currently suppresed by the scientific establishment, zero point energy in particular, is vital to the continued survival of the human race. He shows that humanity stands at a historical crossroads; one path leading to a virtual paradise on Earth thanks to the miracle of unlimited vacuum energy, the other to self-anihilation.

David Jinks presents a most fascinating perspective of the potential connections between Mars, UFO's, Physics, Geometry, and strange phenomena which many brush aside. At times, Jinks presents a theory described in overly complicated justification although his concepts may be sound. This is not another quick read, mass paperback on UFO's. Too many other publications have brought skepticism and ridicule.Jinks has authored a piece that is scientific while still addressing commonly known "events" such as Roswell, crop circles, and the mystery of the pyramids. A credible work by Jinks, this deserves to be read by those interested or fascinated by the unexplained as well as by stoic scientists who search for truth but only under a microscope. To those encountering difficulty with the geometry and physics - skip over it - and continue to read the Monkey and the Terahedron with unbias.

In "The Monkey and the Tetrahedron" Jinks accomplishes one of the most rigorous, articulate and intellectually satisfying syntheses of "paranormal" matters I have ever read. This book is really without peer. Jinks skillfully addresses the controversy surrounding apparent artificial structures on the Moon and Mars, breaking developments in "cold fusion" research, the UFO phenomenon and higher-dimensional topology--and he does so never asking for blind belief and never going beyond the available data.

Don't misunderstand: "The Monkey and the Tetrahedron" is a decidedly speculative book. But Jinks, unlike many authors who attempt rational narratives on similar subject matter, keeps his discussion refreshingly free from intellectual dishonesty. As such, it has the potential of gaining a readership even among our self-proclaimed skeptical elite (though, in all seriousness, I don't see CSICOP offering Jinks any endorsements).

Ambitious and well-wrought, Jinks' book, a kind of "unified theory of the strange," inspires and is occasionally transformative. Just when I thought I was familiar with just about every perspective on fringe and paranormal phenomena, "The Monkey and the Tetrahedron" arrives, bristling with intelligence, honesty and--above all--wonderful new ideas we'll have to wrestle with in on way or another as we step forward into the 21st century. Superb!

I have reviewed a dozen or more books of science in this forum, many of which I considered to be outstanding in clarity, scope, and profundity, but I have remained stingy on granting the highest of exaltations on these works until now. "The Monkey and the Tetrahedron" by David M. Jinks, warrants my very first 5 star rating.
In this momentous work Jinks delves into topics ranging from the enigmatic monuments of Mars, the UFO phenomenon, cold fusion, archeology, biology, and even a science I had never heard called "Archeocrptology", and weaves these topics together into a tightly knit scheme. Attempting to synethesize what Jinks has achieved in this work would only be an injustice. There are enough unturned stones here that it might entice the reader into pursuing his/her own investigations and scientific experimentations. It did me! What more can we ask of a book than to have it compel us to pick up the torch of scientific inquiry.

Review by D.K.>>> Author of: "Quantum Reality: A New Philosophical Perspective."

Jinks realies heavily on scientific evidence throughout his book. Making the ideas and theories all the more plausible. Such as using mathmetics to explain the similarities of the face on Mars with our own earth bound pyramids.

However what I found most fascinating was his chapter on Cold Fusion. (Who would've thought that the "Caterpillar" company is that close to cold fusion.) Dave brings in modern concepts to give credence to older theories.

Plenty of information to digest here, but after reviewing all the corelating evidence one can't deny there must have been some kind of advanced civilization here on earth before our own ancient heritage. It also paves ground for what our own future could hold. If you enjoyed Hoagland's "Mars" books, be sure to pick up this title.

I reccomend this book to those who would like to expand their horizons regarding Cydonia on Mars, the mystery of the pyramids of Giza and ancient civilizations. This book is thought provoking and helps the reader to better understand what is really going on with these subjects. There have been so many questions... which have remained unanswered. This book helps to answer some of them. If one has a closed mind, then the book is a moot subject. However if one keeps their minds open to other concepts and realize the facts and ideas presented, then this book will be a valuable addition to any home library.

WOW! With over 30 years of investigation and research, I have never read such a compendium of intelligence about where we are, where we "might" have come from. What a compelling condemnation of our perception(s) of "mainstream" science and why we're so mislead about our humanity, our origins and where we're heading as a species. Superbly and successfully ties in the Face on Mars, Sacred Geometry, UFO's, Hyperdimensional Physics, Cold-Fusion (unlimited free energy) and the deliberate suppression by our media and government(s), globally to cover up the truth.
All conclusions are supported by facts. This is not an opinionated blurb either. The author backs up his subject(s) with established facts and writes in laymans' terms. For a refreshing look at why corporations and tenured scientist(s) deliberately debunk any anamolus subject that either doesn't fit their narrow view-field, or would lead them to lose their "control" of what we THINK we know, then this is the book for you. Although I might add here that this book would be standard reading in ALL our high schools across this nation if it were up to me. Absolute MUST read!!!! Read and learn for yourselves - don't rely on TV and newspapers to mold your perceptions - there's more out there that's never reported through "normal" media outlets. Try this book for a GREAT adventure and an eye opening experience. I guarantee you won't "view" your world with the same eyes ever again!

--= Scott =--

I must say that I passed over this book many times. I finally broke down and bought it and I have been amazed ever since. This book brought together so many things I had been researching and finally gave them some sense. I recommend this book for all of you who think there is more to life than the facts and the history we have been given. You may not buy all the things the author says, but file them away for safekeeping, you may yet believe.

THIS BOOK TELLS OF THE VERY REAL THREAT TO THE HUMAN RACE FROM MONKEYS. IT PROVES THAT THERE WAS ONCE AN ADVANCED RACE OF MONKEYS ON MARS AND THAT THE FAMOUS FACE IS IN FACT THE FACE OF A MONKEY. THE MONKEYS ARE NOW ON THIS PLANET AND ARE ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OVER. THE BOOK STATES THAT THERE IS A CONSPIRACY BETWEEN WORLD GOVERMENTS AND THE MONKEYS. THE ONLY HOPE THE HUMAN RACE HAS IS TO READ THIS BOOK AND PASS IT ON TO ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS. THE MONKEYS MUST BE STOPPED BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE, THE MONKEYS ARE COMING.

As a physicist, I always enjoy reading such "nonfiction", but I can't recommend it for the general reader who may not have the training (or inclination) to think critically about the evidence presented. I heartily encourage anyone interested in such material to start off with the much-bashed Sagan's "Demon Haunted World."