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We
chose Hakim Bey's wonderful phrase “The Universe Wants to
Play” as
the unifying theme for the articles in this volume, the 12th of The
Anomalist journal. Since we began publishing in 1994, this highly
praised nonfiction anthology has had as its focus maverick science,
unexplained mysteries, unorthodox theories, and strange
talents.
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THE UNIVERSE WANTS TO PLAY
The Anomalist 12: A Nonfiction Anthology
Edited by Patrick Huyghe & Dennis
Stacy
An Anomalist Books Original
Trade Paperback,
$12.95
ISBN: 1933665149
216 pages, illustrated
Order from AMAZON here:
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In
this issue…
Philosopher Joseph M. Felser argues that it is utterly pointless to
attempt to prove the reality of the paranormal scientifically. It seems
that proof is part of the problem, not the solution.
Journalist Jay Walljasper visits and interviews maverick scientist
Rupert
Sheldrake. Why does he rub so many biologists and physicists the wrong
way?
The potential victims you never hear about: Author Michael Schmicker
wonders if ESP may not have helped save some people from serial killers.
When terrorized, we tend to turn deranged individuals into
larger-than-life creations. Hilary Evans and Robert Bartholomew look at
London's long history of Monster Scares, both real and imagined.
We know that spiritualism was rife with fraud but was there a core
kernel of phenomena behind the movement? Journalist Gregory
Gutierez examines early attempts to scientifically monitor the famous
Austrian medium Rudi Schneider.
The indefatigable Nick Redfern spins a cold war tale of psychics,
spies, and UFOs. In an effort to gain the upper hand, American and
Soviet sleuths went down some strange alleyways.
Cryptobotany anyone? David Hricenak takes cryptozoology to task for too
often focusing on the large and “monstrous.” What
gets overlooked in the process, both above and below.
Almost every culture has its tales of little people. Maybe they weren't
so farfetched after all. Biologist Dwight Smith and researcher Gary
Mangiacopra document the discovery of, and claims for, a new species of
hominid - Homo floresiensis.
Why some scientists may have good reason to be timid. Geophysicist
Roger Hart details the legacy of the blacklist in the science of
extraterrestrial life.
Policeman Albert Rosales looks at some of the strangest encounters with
UFO
“aliens” ever reported. Some may even embarrass the
true believers.
Finally, archeologist William Beauchamp presents, in a classic reprint,
all the details of a remarkable set of earthworks in upstate New York.
Little-known, beautiful, and mysterious.
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Contributors this issue:
Robert Bartholomew
William Beauchamp
Hilary Evans
Joseph M. Felser
Gregory Gutierez
Roger Hart
David Hricenak
Gary Mangiacopra
Nick Redfern
Albert Rosales
Michael Schmicker
Dwight Smith
Jay Walljasper
What they're saying. . .
"An eclectic and fascinating mix, as usual, of
an assortment of subjects that will intrigue the Paranormalist, the
Ufologist, the Fortean, and other weirdoes!" – Stuart
Miller, UFO Review
“This
edition boasts 11 papers of the expected variety and excellence...This
is essential and quality reading for serious forteans.”
– Bob Rickard, Fortean Times
“The Universe Wants To Play
is a stellar, highly engaging affair, yet to be even remotely rivaled
by any this year, thus far. The volume’s biggest strength is a distinct
gift for conjuring a vivid, palpable image of the unfamiliar, within
the span of just a few pages. There is much to enjoy here, both
eloquently written insights and investigative accounts of fortean
topics make up the eclectic 212 page volume. Very highly recommended." – The Paranormal Report
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