History Is Wrong

By: Erich von Däniken

Narrated by: John Allen Nelson

Erich von Däniken again shows his flair for revealing truths that his contemporaries have missed. After closely analyzing hundreds of ancient and apparently unrelated texts, he is now ready to proclaim that human history is nothing like the world religions claim---and he has the proof! In History Is Wrong, von Däniken takes a closer look at the fascinating Voynich manuscript, which has defied all attempts at decription since its discovery, and makes some intriguing revelations about the equally incredible book of Enoch.

Von Däniken also unearths the astounding story of a lost subterranean labyrinth in Ecuador said to be home to an extensive library of thousands of gold panels. He supplies evidence that the metal library has links not only to the Book of Enoch but also to the Mormons, who have spent decades searching for it, believing it to contain the history of their forefathers. And what about the mysterious lines in the desert of Nazca that resemble landing strips when viewed from the air? Archeologists claim they are ancient procession routes. "Think again!" cries von Däniken, as he reveals the data that the archeologists never even thought to check. History Is Wrong will challenge your intellect---and maybe a few long-held beliefs, too.

©2009 Erich von Daniken (P)2011 Tantor

Good Book Ruined By Bad Reader

If you've seen Von Daniken in interviews and videos, you'd know that his tone is generally jovial and excitedly passionate. However, the reader of this audiobook would have you think that he is of a more grouchy, whining character. It's extremely unfortunate, especially since much of this book contains personal stories and a strong attempt to clear up past slander against the author. While I beleive the tone was intended to be playful and informative, the reader constantly sounds like he is annoyed and complaining. It does not reflect Daniken well, and I'm afraid it has the potential to scare off listeners who may be new to the author's work. Also, I found the forced fake accents while reading quotes to be distracting and distasteful.

As for the contents of the book, I definitely enjoyed it. If you're already familiar with Danikens work, it is yet another great read. However if you are new, I'd recommend reading Chariots of The Gods first.

fantastic! cant wait for the picture book series.

excellent!




I have long respected what this author brings to our confused tables. Well written , and paints a nice mental picture of what if?

Respect for the author but not always a pleasant read

I have huge respect for the author, as for anyone who sticks out his/her head and dares to push hypothesis forward into the science community that are way ahead of time and challenge current beliefs. I am aware those people run the risk to get mocked, lose credibility and even their jobs and licenses sometimes.

However, the anger about this, can be felt throughout the whole book and that wasn’t pleasant.

The interview at the end made up for it! He seems like a very nice guy. It was nice to get to know the guy who first launched the hypothesis of ancient astronauts.

Crazy shit but It might me true, who knows.

These books might be on to something. Who can really say with 100% accuracy what happened 50 thousand years ago?

Looking from different angles

I enjoy listening to books that look at different subjects from a different point of view, and this is one of those books! I believe this book is a good example of why different topics such as archaeology should be looked at in a inter-disciplinary way.