The Crop Circle Enigma: Grounding the Phenomena in Science, Culture and Metaphysics
Ralph Noyes
ISBN 10: 0946551669 ISBN 13: 9780946551668
Published by Gateway, 1990
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An interdisciplinary overview of the crop circles from the principal international organization researching the phenomenon, the British Centre for Crop Circle Studies. Posters and postcards are included.
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Title: The Crop Circle Enigma: Grounding the ...
Publisher: Gateway
Publication Date: 1990
Binding: Hardcover
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Hardback. Condition: Used. Gather ?round, curious minds and sofa-bound conspiracy theorists, for within the confounding pages of "The Crop Circle Enigma" lies a tantalising tapestry of intrigue, speculation, and perhaps a sprinkling of wild-eyed nonsense?though one mustn?t judge a book by its cover, especially when the cover in question features a particularly perplexing pattern that looks suspiciously like a mid-90s computer screen saver. Ralph Noyes, a name that may or may not have been chosen for its scholarly gravitas, invites you into a world where agriculture meets the extraterrestrial, and where the humble cornfield transforms into a cosmic canvas of the inexplicable. The year is 1990, a time when the world was brimming with questionable hairstyles and the nascent inklings of the internet, and yet here we find Noyes, armed with a trusty magnifying glass and a fervent belief that the universe has more to say than the mere rustle of corn. As he traverses the teeming pastures of his mind (and perhaps a few actual pastures), he presents us with a hodgepodge of theories that seem to oscillate between the profound and the utterly ridiculous. Will it be the work of artistic pranksters? Alien visitors? Or perhaps the British countryside simply having a laugh at our expense? Perusing the pages of this tome is akin to attending an enthusiastic lecture in a half-empty village hall, where the speaker insists that the universe is not only stranger than we imagine, but stranger than we can imagine. Noyes takes great care to dissect the various patterns that have mysteriously appeared overnight, suggesting that they are, in fact, messages from our cosmic neighbours?or, as some would argue, the misguided doodles of a very bored farmer. This compendium of crop-related curiosities does not shy away from delving into the more elaborate theories. Readers may find themselves bemused, or perhaps bemuddled, by discussions of ancient civilizations, ley lines, and the potential for intelligent life using our agricultural fields as their personal chalkboards. But fear not! If you?re worried about being left in the dark, Noyes ensures you?ll find a delightful mix of scepticism alongside the sensationalism, allowing for an oddly balanced reading experience. After all, one man?s enigma is another man?s snooze fest. Here are just a few highlights you can expect to stumble upon in this literary labyrinth: Exhaustive diagrams that may or may not have been drawn on a pub napkin Theories that connect chickens, tractors, and UFOs in ways you never knew you needed Testimonies from local residents who may have been misinterpreted as witnesses?or simply drunk Remarkable illustrations that seem to confuse crop circles with the local roundabout Footnotes that promise to be more entertaining than the main text Condition: Used. The pages may show signs of wear, perhaps from a previous owner who took their conspiracy theories very seriously (or perhaps left them on the kitchen table beside a plate of half-eaten biscuits). The cover displays a patina of age, not unlike the wisdom one acquires after years of pondering the absurdities of life. There may be the occasional coffee stain, which only adds to the authenticity, or perhaps serves as a marker for the moments when the reader needed a caffeine boost to digest the more outlandish claims. In a world that often seems too rational for its own good, "The Crop Circle Enigma" stands as a peculiar beacon for the lost souls searching for meaning in the fields. Whether you?re a firm believer in the otherworldly or just in it for the laughs, this book promises to keep you entertained?provided you don?t take it too seriously. So come on down to Crappy Old Books, where the bizarre and the bewildering await, and perhaps leave with a newfound appreciation for the artistry of corn. You never know; maybe the aliens are just waiting for us to catch up. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE. Seller Inventory # 2446
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