History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

Royal Fortune: Tax, Money & the Monarchy

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Royal Fortune: Tax, Money & the Monarchy
Phillip Hall
Manufacturer: Bloomsbury Pub Ltd
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Non-US Legal Systems | Perspectives on Law | Law | Subjects | Books

General | Taxation | Law | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 0747510989

Book Description

This concise guide to the best of what is out there and available now is updated considerably with half of the listings all new and a significant representation of the best in manga. There is so much being published in this exploding field, let this guide show you what is worth concentrating on and having in your library. Weiner ("The Rise of the Graphic Novel") is the director of a library in Massachusetts and renowned pioneering expert in the field of graphic novels for two decades.

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Great resource for teachers.......2007-09-30

I received the book and it is just what I wanted....a great resource. I teach Language Arts in Junior High and I wanted a list of graphic novels to guide me in my purchases as to suitability and content. It has certainly provided direction.

Childhood Dreams.......2007-07-22

The main problem with this book is the list itself. There are far too many books aimed at children and teens, and not enough for the mature reader. The author seems to have stopped reading the latest books, and is trapped by the classic, easy insertions. How can you leave out "Road to Perdition" and "A History of Violence" ? Sure, Spiderman and Superman are fine, but both of these are more comic book and less graphic novel. The term Graphic Novel has moved beyond the superhero stage.

would strongly recommend this for any reader, teacher, librarian, teacher educator, or parent with an interest in comics.......2007-04-15

As an educator trying to get a handle on graphic novels and comics in literacy education, this was an excellent starting point (along with Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art). The selections, descriptions, and rating were helpful and accurate. It's been an excellent guide.

The entries are listed alphabetical by author, and I only wish that there were alternate indexes (by ratings or subject). However, it did force me to expand my initial interests...not a stress for a brief book.

I would strongly recommend this for any reader, teacher, librarian, teacher educator, or parent with an interest in comics or graphic novels--it can introduce you to a variety of titles or expand your existing readings.

Give this book a try.......2007-02-02

This book was written as an introductory guide to the the world of graphic novels because graphic novels and comics have become such an intregal part of mainstream culture in recent years. While noting the best books, I worked hard to balance the variety of types of graphic novels published for different audiences. If you do read this book, you'll probably discover some real gems as well as plenty of good graphic novels. You'll also get ideas on what to read next.

Not what I expected.......2006-12-02

I thought this would be a list of adult grahic novels, like those of Harvey Pekar. A few were, but many were for children or comic book collectors. I do not think some of them really qualify as graphic novels. From the term "your library" I understood my own personal library, but seems it is for public librarians serving a mixed public. Fine, but I did not see that in the editorial description.

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Not enough detail
Great for newbies
You Should Give this Book a Try
A critical selection of the best works

The 101 Best Graphic Novels
Stephen Weiner
Manufacturer: Nantier Beall Minoustchine Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Comic Strips | Comics & Graphic Novels | Subjects | Books

General | Comics & Graphic Novels | Subjects | Books

General | Graphic Novels | Comics & Graphic Novels | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 1561632848

Book Description

The noted guide Œ100 Graphic Novels for Public Libraries¹ (Kitchen Sink Press) is brought back in a fully revised edition usable by all! With half the listings changed and books about comics listed separately, this updated edition serves as a guide to the best in this exploding new field of comics, one that may just be its savior! Good for the neophyte as well as the fan as either an introduction or a cataloging/checklist of the very best presently available in stores. Steve Weiner is a leading expert on graphic novels.

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Not enough detail.......2005-01-12

In the spirit of graphic novels, this pamphlet (since it is scarcely large enough to be called a book) uses very few words to describe the top 101 graphic novels of all time.

And that is the problem. I'm sure the internet is full of opinions on the graphic novel "canon". I wanted something MORE than just a bibliography, sorted alphabetically by author.

Each book has no more than a four sentence summary with a rating to suggest whether it would be suitable for kids, youths or adults. I would have expected:
* author/illustrator bios
* ratings for plot, characters, design, artwork etc
* ranking of the books in order

Any connection between the attention span of a typical comic book reader and the brevity of this book? You can draw your own conclusions.

If you're interested in the different visual techniques of storytelling, check out the Scott McCloud or Will Eisner books on the subject.

Very disappointing.

Great for newbies.......2001-12-27

Weiner's book credibly describes some of the medium's most important works. It could be a good starting point for those who haven't read comics in many years or perhaps for parents looking to find something to engage their kids. It's also a fine, quick read for those who already know about the industry, offering a few surprises and lesser-known gems.

You Should Give this Book a Try.......2001-12-22

The world of literature is rapidly changing. Today people are
bombarded with numerous entertainment formats that were not available in past years. The comic strip has adapted readily
to these changes and has grown. There are numerous sophisticated
graphic novels that prose readers might enjoy, even treasure,
if exposed to them. Further, there are several graphic novels
that do not feature superheroes that might well be enjoyed by
superhero readers. I wrote this book to alert the general
public and the comic book reader to these changes in this oft-
maligned form of communication. This book is intended to help you see an old media a bit differently.

A critical selection of the best works.......2001-08-08

Stephen Weiner's 101 Best Graphic Novels (1-56163-283-X) provides a critical selection of the best works, with each recommendation including a plot synopsis and notes about illustrations or other notable achievements. Black and white photos pepper the presentation.

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101 Best Graphic Novels
Steve Weiner
Manufacturer: Tandem Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

History & Price Guides | Comics & Graphic Novels | Subjects | Books

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101 Best Graphic Novels

Manufacturer: TURNAROUND PUBLISHER
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000GTGW1Q

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It's all in the way you look at it........2007-08-05

I don't know how long these stereograms have been around ,but their complexity and fascination has really taken off with the application of computers to this art form. As a kid,I was fascinated with the device that sat on a small table at my Grandmothers, which was used to view double picture photograph cards,which appeared in 3-D when looked at through the viewer.It was probably manufactured sometime around 1900 and maybe even earlier. There were photos of WWI and lots of other things that you saw from that time sold as postcards.Later, after WWII, we saw much the same thing sold in huge numbers and found in virtually very home,namely "ViewMaster". Then, in the 50's stereograph technology was employed in motion pictures ,where the audience watched a blurry screen which came to 3D reality by wearing "special" red&Green cardboard glasses. I remember some wild action films where the whole audience was petrified by spears coming straight at them.Then there were birds and other objects that seemed to come right out of the screen and fly over your head.
For the last 20 years we have seen stereographs in books like this;and getting better all the time.
I have written reviews on several others;but this is the largest one so far,with 200 state- of the-art sterograms.The big advance in recent years is that we can view them without the aid of special devices or viewers...just your own eyes.
I suppose there are a number of categories these images can fall into;but mainly they are the type where the object is quite obvious in 2-dimension and then turns into a 3-Dimensional image. Then there is the other thing where the whole picture is just undiscernable colors and/or patterns,but no obvious imgge. Then ,while staring at the picture an object comes into view almost as a ghost. Some stereographs do both of these things at the same time.
As I went through this collection ,I attempted to pick a favorite;but in the end I wasn't really able to.
The one on pg. 24 ,a simple 2-D transformation is simply in clarity in both dimensions;as the Chicago skyline on pg.167. As for hidden or ghost images;I really liked the Shamrocks on pg 11 and 79.
Then for one which gives no hint whatsoever of any hidden object,I like the Star of David on pg.81 and the Point Burst in pg.26,which is utterly and completely hidden.Then how about the pyramids on pg.103,a little difficult to "get" ,but when you do,well worth the effort.
Then there was the Glad Plaid on pg.25 which I couldn't "get" at all.Then I turned it 180 Degrees,still no luck.Then I turned it 90 Degrees--Bingo!!!
Then I found that many could be seen turning the pages 180 Degrees.Another thing to do is;once you see the 3-D image,and while keeping it in focus,slowly rotate the page and see it disappear.
Overall,the book is loaded with some great images;but I can't but suspect we are still in for some exciting treats in this "electronic"art form in the future.

Absolutely fabulous! .......2007-07-21

I completely agree with G. Wayne that this book offers "200 of the best full color 3D stereogram images"! Completely amazing! I bought all three "Magic Eye books" plus this one and I'm glad I got it. It beats Magic Eye by FAR and they're not too shabby either! The stereograms are simply fantastic! Very detailed and highly imaginative!

Once you know how "to see" 3D most of them are quite easy. They come quickly but they last long! The only critique I can give is that since the book is fairly large and without a hard cover it's a bit tricky to lay the pages out flat which you want to do. Still it gets full points!!!

I recommend it to both adults and children.

A great autostereogram book.......2007-05-26

Images in this book are comparable to (if not better than) Magic Eye images. I really enjoyed the book.

The best of the bunch.......2006-01-22

Gene Levine and Gary Priester have elevated stereograms to the leval of fine art. Priester's images are elegantly simple 3D stereograms that are easy to view with a border of floating objects that often represent the hidden object. Levine is the stereogram grand master. Gene painstakingly constructs images that are often so complex and wonderful you could spend days looking at just one image and stil miss the subtle detail.

This large coffee size book offers 200 of the best full color 3D stereogram images I have seen. In the back is a section of large "reveals", the hidden images.

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Incredible 3D Stereograms Eye Tricks

Manufacturer: Arcturus Publishing Limited
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 184193268X

Product Description

Eye Tricks presents a fascinating assortment of 200 designs specially created for the book by two of the world's leading creators of stereograms. With a useful guide on how to 'see' the working stereogram, you too will be able to discover the hidden dimensions of each of these intriguing images. From sci-fi bizarre to serenely beautiful, you will discover within these pages an array of eye tricks that constitute stand-alone works of art.

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