Episode · Stuff They Don't Want You To Know · 2024-07-31
Books mentioned on The Mystery of the Dropa Stones
The story has all the makings of a science-fiction blockbuster: in 1937, an intrepid archaeologist discovers hundreds of perfectly-engraved stones, surrounded by humanoid remains and carved maps of constellations.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Chariots of the Gods?
Chariots of the Gods? by Erich von Daniken is a well-known alternative history book that posits ancient civilizations were influenced by extraterrestrial visitors.
Discussed“look when you read Chariots of the Gods which is a good read it is very much not accurate”
Where to get it
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Holy Blood, Holy Grail
Holy Blood, Holy Grail by Michael Baigent, Richard Leigh, and Henry Lincoln is a 1982 pseudohistorical book that speculates on alternative Christian history, including the bloodline of Jesus and the Priory of Sion.
Discussed“it made me think of the book Holy Blood Holy Grail”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (1) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
Passing Hillbilly Elegy
“this is from hillbilly elegy here”