Chariots of the Gods: The Enigma of Erich von Däniken

This book examines Erich von Däniken, from his early life and influences to the birth of the ancient astronaut theory that made him famous. It covers the controversies, criticisms and legal battles that followed him, and surveys his major works and their lasting impact on popular culture and alternative history. Readers fascinated by ancient mysteries, unexplained monuments and the debates around them will find this an absorbing, well-organised look at one of the most talked-about writers of his generation. 172 pages.