Fingerprints of the Gods: The Evidence of Earth's Lost Civilization

  Nonfiction book — by Graham Hancock (1995)

“Fingerprints of the Gods: The Evidence of Earth’s Lost Civilization” by Graham Hancock, published in 1995, explores the hypothesis of a highly advanced civilization existing in prehistory, serving as the progenitor of all known ancient civilizations. Hancock proposes that this civilization, centered around Antarctica, ended catastrophically at the end of the last ice age but passed on significant knowledge in astronomy, architecture, and mathematics. The evidence for this lost civilization, according to Hancock, is found in ancient Egypt and American civilizations like the Olmec, Aztec, and Maya. He discusses various creation myths and archaeological sites, such as Tiwanaku in Bolivia, to support his theory.

Hancock also explores the pole-shift hypothesis based on Charles Hapgood’s theory of Earth Crustal Displacement, suggesting that around 10,450 BC, a major shift positioned Antarctica at its current location, potentially leading to the destruction of this ancient civilization. This hypothesis, though not supported in the geological community, is central to Hancock’s exploration of a lost civilization, possibly Atlantis​.

About Graham Hancock

Graham Hancock is a British writer, journalist, and researcher who is best known for his work on ancient civilizations, prehistoric monuments, and altered states of consciousness. He has authored several books, including the international bestsellers “Fingerprints of the Gods,” “The Sign and the Seal,” and “Magicians of the Gods,” in which he presents his theories and research on various historical and archaeological mysteries.

Hancock’s work often explores unconventional theories and ideas, including the possibility of lost civilizations, extraterrestrial intervention in human history, and the use of psychoactive substances in ancient religious practices. He has been a controversial figure in some academic circles, as his theories and interpretations have been met with skepticism by some experts in the fields of archaeology, anthropology, and history.

See also

Wiki › Neo-Euhemerism
Resources › L'Ère du Verseau: Fin de l'Illusion Humaniste by Jean Sendy [FR]
Resources › Those Gods Who Made Heaven and Earth by Jean Sendy

Fingerprint of the Gods | Wikipedia
The Coming Of The Gods | Google Books
The Coming Of The Gods | GoodReads

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