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Chariots of the Gods: 50th Anniversary Edition Hardcover – Illustrated, July 17 2018
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Immediately recognized as a work of monumental importance, Chariots of the Gods endures as proof that Earth has been visited repeatedly by advanced aliens from other worlds. Here, Erich von Däniken examines ancient ruins, lost cities, spaceports, ufos, and a myriad of hard scientific facts that point to extraterrestrial intervention in human history. Most incredible of all, however, is von Däniken's theory that we are the descendants of these galactic pioneers—and he reveals the archaeological discoveries that prove it...
The dramatic discoveries and irrefutable evidence:
• An alien astronaut preserved in a pyramid
• Thousand-year-old spaceflight navigation charts
• Computer astronomy from Incan and Egyptian ruins
• A map of the land beneath the ice cap of Antarctica
• A giant spaceport discovered in the Andes
Includes remarkable photos that document mankind's first contact with aliens at the dawn of civilization.
- Print length240 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherBerkley
- Publication dateJuly 17 2018
- Dimensions13.46 x 1.93 x 23.62 cm
- ISBN-100451490037
- ISBN-13978-0451490032

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- Publisher : Berkley
- Publication date : July 17 2018
- Edition : Illustrated
- Language : English
- Print length : 240 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0451490037
- ISBN-13 : 978-0451490032
- Item weight : 352 g
- Dimensions : 13.46 x 1.93 x 23.62 cm
- Book 1 of 2 : Chariots of the Gods
- 鶹 Rank: #99,956 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #5 in Religious Controversy
- #7 in UFOs (Books)
- #9 in Unexplained Mysteries (Books)
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Erich von Daniken is arguably the most widely read and most-copied nonfiction author in the world. He published his first (and best-known) book, Chariots of the Gods, in 1968. The worldwide best seller was followed by 40 more books, including the recent best sellers Twilight of the Gods, History is Wrong, Evidence of the Gods, Remnants of the Gods, and Odyssey of the Gods (all published by New Page Books).
His works have been translated into 28 languages and have sold more than 65 million copies. Several have also been made into films. Von Danikens ideas have been the inspiration for a wide range of television series, including the History Channel’s hit Ancient Aliens. His research organization, the AASRA/legendarytimes.com, comprises laymen and academics from all walks of life. Internationally, there are about 10,000 members. He lives in Switzerland but is an ever-present figure on the international lecture circuit, traveling more than 100,000 miles a year.
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- Reviewed in Canada on November 1, 2024Verified PurchaseBought a first edition in the 70's. Not sure I know what has changed.
- Reviewed in Canada on January 22, 2018Verified PurchaseI bought this book since I read it first many years ago when it was first published. Since then I lost it. It was this book that started my interest in the theory of aliens from space and the gods, etc., though I loved reading about Mythology in school. I would say that this book is what started my interest in the series Ancient Aliens on History 2. Great book. My mother was fascinated by it as well, when it first came out and I just wish she was alive now to see the series that have followed it, and to read more of Von Daniken's books. I am sure she would have loved all of them. The book arrived in good condition and on time as well. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2024Verified PurchaseIt's a fun read, buddy isn't 100% convincing, but his speculations are generally interesting
- Reviewed in Canada on June 18, 2021Verified PurchaseThe author presents several historical sites around the globe where there are many sculpted inscriptions similarities between different cultures regarding their gods. Those cultures were spread out around the globe without any possibility of contacts between them and he questions why and how they got to worship gods with the same characteristics and power, capable of flying and making "miracles".
- Reviewed in Canada on September 20, 2023Verified PurchaseIt's a classic, makes you think.
- Reviewed in Canada on October 25, 2020Verified PurchaseVery insightful book. Definitely challenges religions to the origin story of mankind but does not negate the existence of God. This book is for serious truth seekers. And you wont be disappointed.
- Reviewed in Canada on September 12, 2019Verified PurchaseI had read this book when I was 20 yrs old and remember how much I was enthralled reading about the unknown. I bought it to read it a second time and have it in my library collection.
- Reviewed in Canada on October 6, 2021Verified PurchaseBeen wanting to read this for a long time. Arrived as advertised and fast. Very pleased.
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- TheSwiftMovingReviewed in Australia on July 10, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
Verified PurchaseVery entertaining and provides an alternative point of view, for the open minded. The author does not assert what he is suggesting is true or factual, moreover all the author does is asks questions about the possibilities of the past and then draws possible conclusions. A good read and well researched and explained.
- Eduardo R. DiasReviewed in Brazil on May 25, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Verified PurchaseI had already heard about the theories of extraterrestrials visiting earlier human civilizations, but had never read such a competing and fascinating account of the several evidences that led to said theories. I'm looking forward to reading the other books by von Daniken.
- Victor WaggettReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars great read for the enquiring mind
Verified PurchaseI remember reading this book back in 1971/72. I was amazed then and now that I’ve read it again I’m still amazed. Whether you believe the theory of visitation by ancient aliens or not it is thought provoking.
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GeoReviewed in France on April 1, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars Très intéressant !
Verified PurchasePeu importe ce que l'on pense des théories sur les extraterrestres, ce livre offre des pistes de réflexion et pose des questions tout à fait pertinentes sur le bien fondé de l'Histoire actuelle et de nos origines.
Attention, livre en anglais mais relativement simple à lire.