Astronomers around the world are pointing their telescopes toward the heavens, searching for signs of intelligent life. If they make contact with an advanced alien civilization, how will humankind respond? In thinking about first contact, the contributors to this volume present new empirical and theoretical research on the societal dimensions of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Archaeologists and astronomers explore the likelihood that extraterrestrial intelligence exists, using scientific insights to estimate such elusive factors as the longevity of technological societies. Sociologists present the latest findings of novel surveys, tapping into the public’s attitudes about life beyond Earth to show how religion and education influence beliefs about extraterrestrials. Scholars from such diverse disciplines as mathematics, chemistry, journalism, and religious studies offer innovative solutions for bridging the cultural gap between human and extraterrestrial civilizations, while recognizing the tremendous challenges of communicating at interstellar distances. At a time when new planets are being discovered around other stars at an unprecedented rate, this collection provides a much needed guide to the human impact of discovering we are not alone in the universe.

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An engaging account of our quest for habitable environments, recounting fascinating recent discoveries and providing insight into future space missions.

The Instant New York Times Bestseller! Was an advanced civilization lost to history in the global cataclysm that ended the last Ice Age? Graham Hancock, the internationally bestselling author, has made it his life's work to find out--and in America Before, he draws on the latest archaeological and DNA evidence to bring his quest to a stunning conclusion. We’ve been taught that North and South America were empty of humans until around 13,000 years ago – amongst the last great landmasses on earth to have been settled by our ancestors. But new discoveries have radically reshaped this long-established picture and we know now that the Americas were first peopled more than 130,000 years ago – many tens of thousands of years before human settlements became established elsewhere. Hancock's research takes us on a series of journeys and encounters with the scientists responsible for the recent extraordinary breakthroughs. In the process, from the Mississippi Valley to the Amazon rainforest, he reveals that ancient "New World" cultures share a legacy of advanced scientific knowledge and sophisticated spiritual beliefs with supposedly unconnected "Old World" cultures. Have archaeologists focused for too long only on the "Old World" in their search for the origins of civilization while failing to consider the revolutionary possibility that those origins might in fact be found in the "New World"? America Before: The Key to Earth's Lost Civilization is the culmination of everything that millions of readers have loved in Hancock's body of work over the past decades, namely a mind-dilating exploration of the mysteries of the past, amazing archaeological discoveries and profound implications for how we lead our lives today.

Uncover the cosmic mystifications that have intrigued humanity for centuries in" Beyond Earth: Anunnaki, Cosmic Figure, and the Enigma of Hidden Civilizations." The book takes you on an extraordinary trip through the realms of ancient astronauts, intricate geometric patterns, and enigmatic misplaced metropolises. Have you ever wondered if ancient gods were more than bare myths? Explore the fascinating possibility of extraterrestrial beings, the Anunnaki, who may have shaped mortal history. Dive into the intricate world of cosmic figures, where fineness weaves through the fabric of the macrocosm, from worlds to seashells. Discover retired societies, concealed beneath layers of time, and their implicit connection to advanced ancient societies. Are you ready to unravel the secrets of the macrocosm? "Beyond Earth" offers a study-provoking disquisition of these extraordinary motifs, sparking curiosity and kindling your thirst for knowledge. Claw into the uncharted homes of mortal history and cosmic mystifications, and open your mind to the profound possibilities that lie beyond our world. Do not miss your chance to embark on this cosmic odyssey. Click" Add to Tote" now and join us in the hunt for answers to age-old questions. "Beyond Earth" will expand your understanding of the macrocosm and inspire you to see the world with new eyes. It's time to go beyond the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary.