Graham Hancock takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the hidden history of America. According to Hancock, advanced civilizations existed in North and South America long before European colonization-and these cultures were far more sophisticated than previously imagined. Hancock’sresearch shines a light on ancient mysteries that have been buried under official version of American history. He reveals clues linking forgotten myths and symbols from across the continent with recent groundbreaking discoveries in quantum physics and ley line theory.America Before provides a new understanding of our shared origins cup what it means to be American today.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for anyone interested in learning about America’s hidden history. Hancock provides evidence of advanced civilizations that existed long before European colonization, and his theories will challenge the way you view American culture and identity.
Pros :
- Graham Hancock is a great storyteller
- The book provides new insights into ancient mysteries
- It sheds light on shared origins
Cons :
- The author jumps between too many different theories without providing enough evidence to support them.
- The book is very dense and can be hard to follow at times.
- Hancock’s ideas have been debunked by other historians, so it’s difficult to know what information in the book should be taken seriously.
Learn more about the author
Graham Hancock is the author of Fingerprints of the Gods, The Sign and the Seal, Keeper of Genesis, and other best-selling investigations into lost civilizations. His books have been translated into twenty-seven languages and sold more than five million copies worldwide. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, but now lives near Bath in southern England with his wife and daughter.
Reader Reviews
“Graham Hancock has outdone himself in this marvelous and well-researched work on the true history of America. Hancock weaves together science, archaeology, myth and legend to create a compelling story that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about American history.”
“I was absolutely blown away by this book. Hancock does an amazing job of linking ancient myths and symbols from all over the continent with modern-day scientific discoveries to create a plausible (and mind blowing) alternative history of America.”
“Graham Hancock does it again! This time he turns his attention to America and the belief that an advanced civilization existed here before the Europeans arrived. Hancock makes a compelling case, tying together forgotten myths and symbols with recent discoveries in quantum physics and ley line theory. A provocative read!”
” If you want to know about hidden history and lost civilizations, then this is the book for you. Graham Hancock does an excellent job of weaving together evidence from many different sources to create a convincing case that pre-Columbian America was far more advanced than we have been taught in school. This is a fascinating read which will change the way you see American history forever.”