Colin Wilson and Damon Wilson Carroll & Graff Nonfiction, Unexplained Phenomena Themes: Aliens, Cryptids, Ghosts and Spirits ****
Description
The Wilsons have written many books and articles on unsolved mysteries. This book compiles many of their articles on many subjects. Included are
speculations on the identity of Jack the Ripper, theories on hauntings, and other investigations of unsolved mysteries, peculiar historic figures
and events, and unexplained phenomena of all types.
Review
I only trimmed this a point because most of the included articles are abridged, and I'm not fond of abridged articles. If it's worth reprinting,
why not reprint the whole thing? I liked that they included updates, when new information had come to light about the subjects since the original
article was written. Anyway, this book covers a wide range of unsolved mysteries, from never-caught serial killers to the Bermuda Triangle. If your
library has a Paranormal Phenomena and Unexplained Mysteries section, you might want to add this book to the pile. If you would like an overview of
these subjects, the abridged articles make a good starting point.
Colin Wilson and Damon Wilson Contemporary Books Nonfiction, Unexplained Phenomena Themes: Aliens, Cryptids, Ghosts and Spirits *****
Description
From the disappearance of Glenn Miller to spirit possessions, from maps which suggest that civilization is far older than we think to sea monsters, a
variety of unusual subjects are covered by these authors.
Review
This is a thought-provoking collection, from the viewpoint of educated acceptance (or at least open-mindedness, in a few cases.) The Wilsons manage to present
their ideas without going over the edge, like so many researchers of the unexplained. As one who considers knee-jerk skepticism to be just as ridiculous as
hardcore belief, at least when dealing with such ill-researched events, it's nice to have some sane company. I've read a few books, and seen some segments on TV,
that almost make me ashamed to have an open mind on some of these same subjects. Apparently, Colin Wilson has other books out, which I have yet to locate.
Considering the apparent dearth of worthwhile books on these subjects, this volume is a welcome addition to my less-than-complete library on the unexplained.
