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~ Donnie Sergent Jr. (Author), Jeff Wamsley (Author) "Mason County, West Virginia, was formed in 1804 from parts of Kanawha County and named for George Mason, author of the Constitution of Virginia and..." (more)
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This collection of rare images is the required volume for all intrigued by the real story behind Mothman. I highly recommend it to all! --Loren Coleman, Author, Mothman and Other Curious Encounters


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On the night of November 15, 1966, two adventurous young couples drove into the TNT area north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia. What they saw in the countryside that night has evolved into one of the great mysteries of all time: just who -- or what -- was the Mothman?

This book will answer many questions regarding just what those couples saw outside the abandoned North Power Plant that night. Culled from a variety of sources, the materials presented inside are not conjecture -- the authors are careful not to cross the line between fact and fiction -- leaving any decisions regarding the truth behind the Mothman legend solely up to the reader.

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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Mark S. Phillips Publishing (November 15, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0966724674
  • ISBN-13: 978-0966724677
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #255,764 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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58 of 61 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What Have They Seen?, January 22, 2002
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"Mothman - The Facts Behind The Legend" is simply a must-have book for anyone who is interested in the Mothman enigma. Sergent and Wamsley's compilation of factual information cuts through the plethora of speculation and utter nonsense that unfortunately surrounds the Mothman, and the reader is allowed to draw their own conclusions based on what they have read. Linda Scarberry's in-depth testimony and her published journal allow the reader glimpses of the character and physical attributes of the creature. She had several close encounters with it and is a credible witness who gives fascinating, detailed information here. The Mothman was seen by over one hundred adult witnesses from all walks of life, and perhaps the renewed interest in the events that took place will influence other witnesses to come forth with information.
Point Pleasant, West Virginia and surrounding areas were plagued with strange Fortean phenomena during 1966-1967, including UFO flaps and odd Men In Black characters that visited several of the townspeople, the Mothman sightings, and other weird events. The tragic collapse of the Silver Bridge, which claimed 46 lives, seemed to serve as the horrific climax of the events. Sergent and Wamsley's brief chronical of Mason County's rich, oft-times disturbing history is invaluable in providing insight about the region and "sets the stage", so to speak, for the appearance of Mothman. After reading Sergent and Wamsley's no-nonsense, thought-provoking book, the question that will inevitably form in the reader's mind is, "What have they seen?" Strange things indeed, and the stuff that nightmares are made of. My only criticism is of the cover art, which differs vastly from the descriptions Scarberry and others gave of the Mothman's appearance. Aside from that, the book is fine and is certain to be re-read many times over.
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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars It answers many questions, January 17, 2002
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FINALLY!!! I have always wondered about what happened in Point Pleasant, and up until now, all I was able to read about it were the interpretations of cryptozoologists and researchers. I never had a way to see how the real story unfolded, and I never got to see where they got all of their information. Until now! This book is unparalleled because it presents nothing but FACTS! The authors never tell me what I should think about the Mothman -- they only present what happened in Point Pleasant and let the reader decide what to think. Inside is an interview from 2001 with original eyewitness Linda Scarberry, the original newspaper clippings that broke the story (my favorite is from Stars & Stripes that the army soldiers read in Viet Nam), eyewitness reports written just days after the sightings, and the most interesting part to me by far are the personal letters from John Keel to Linda Scarberry that give critical insight into his thought processes. The pictures from the inside of the old power plant are really creepy and set the tone for how the eyewitnesses must have perceived what they saw. Now, after reading this book, I can understand what the researchers and crypto people are talking about -- and I want to know more!
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39 of 44 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The truth is scary......., December 21, 2001
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This book provides some of the most amazing factual documentation of the entire MOTHMAN Legend. To be able to read thru and see, step by step, what actually occurred that night, here in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is so exciting. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Urban Legends, or just a really interesting story. I actually felt like I was there !! The author's provide a wonderfully descriptive account of actual sightings and I literally got chills from it. The history of this small West Virginia town is presented in such a way that anyone reading it will immediately gain a fondness for it. Being a resident of Point Pleasant, it is great to see my town shown in it's real light. The local author's have both done their hometown a great justice with this tribute. The facts and actual accounts of this legend are clear and simple, never leaving the reader lost or confused. The never before seen newspaper articles, letters, pictures and the interview are the shining crown on this gem of a book. I couldn't put it down until every page had been read, only to find myself going back to read it again, in case I missed some facts. I am anxiously awaiting the author's next endeavors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Mothman: The Facts Behind the Legend - Very, very strange.
Mothman: The Facts Behind the Legend - Although I am a great fan of the movie THE MOTHMAN PROPHESIES, I learned that the source for that film was John Keel's original book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Keith Mirenberg

5.0 out of 5 stars MOTHMAN: Just The Facts......
Here we have two local authors that not only tell the entire story but present it in a totally unbiased manner. Read more
Published on May 9, 2004 by David Cranley

1.0 out of 5 stars I thought it would have more content....
When I chose this particular book, I surpased the Mothman Prophecies by Keel, thinking this book would be better and with more info. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars Filtering Reviews
As someone interested in the Mythology of MOTHMAN, as I read down these reviews I keep getting the feeling that the bulk of the 5 star reviews are friends of the authors or... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must-have" for every paranormal library
Book reviews usually don't impress me. As an investigative researcher and author, I find most popular books dealing with the unexplained quite frustrating. Read more
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Why is it that some people cannot accept the truth? That some cannot see the forest for the trees?

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Published on January 22, 2003 by bongo bob

1.0 out of 5 stars DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY...one star is too high of a rating.
This is poorly written and poorly documented book which is little more than a sparce collection of newspaper clippings and handwritten accounts from 4 "eyewitnesses". Read more
Published on December 5, 2002 by chirobinw

1.0 out of 5 stars DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY...one star is too high of a rating.
This is poorly written and poorly documented book which is little more than a sparce collection of newspaper clippings and handwritten accounts from 4 "eyewitnesses". Read more
Published on December 4, 2002 by chirobinw

1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointing book
This book was incredibly disappointing. Much of the book is wasted on tangents (history of the area, snapshots of abandoned buildings in the area). Read more
Published on October 8, 2002 by Zeb Weedrick

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Guide to the Ohio Valley Incident!
It was my pleasure to meet with both Donnie Sergeant and Jeff Wamsley in Point Pleasant. I am SO thrilled to have received my signed copy from them, for this was my best start in... Read more
Published on June 25, 2002 by J. Crum

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