Papers d'Ovnis - 1a epoca - No 14-16

Magazine Overview

Title: Papers d'OVNIS
Issue: Número 14
Date: Abril 1995
Publisher: Centre d'Estudis Interplanetaris (CEI)

This issue of "Papers d'OVNIS" is dedicated to presenting the extensive library of the Centre d'Estudis Interplanetaris (CEI). The magazine highlights that the library has surpassed 500 entries on the UFO Phenomenon and related topics, making it potentially the most significant collection of its kind in the Iberian Peninsula. The publication aims to share this valuable resource with all interested researchers and enthusiasts.

The CEI Library: A Representative Collection of the UFO Subject

The article "Una Biblioteca representativa del tema OVNI" by Joan Crexell introduces the CEI library, emphasizing its growth since its inception in 1968. After twenty-seven years, the CEI decided to make its collection public. The library primarily comprises two types of works: published books and original studies or mecano-written documents with restricted diffusion. The catalog includes titles published in Spain, starting with J. M. Díez Gómez's "Los platillos voladores" in 1950, and also incorporates articles from various publications. It acknowledges that the collection is not exhaustive, particularly for the period between 1982 and 1993, due to periods of minimal resources. The article references two key bibliographical works on Spanish UFO literature: J. A. Fernández Peris' "Treinta años de literatura OVNI en España (1950-1980)" and Javier Sierra's "Cuatro décadas de bibliografía ufológica en España (1950-1992)". The CEI's commitment is to continue expanding the library to solidify its position as an indispensable global reference for research in the Iberian Peninsula.

Summary (Sumario)

The issue's summary outlines the main sections:

• Portada: Features a collage of book covers related to UFOs and extraterrestrial themes.
• Presentación: An introduction to the CEI library by Joan Crexell.
• La Biblioteca del CEI: Details about the library's contents and scope.
• Col·laboracions / Colaboraciones: An open invitation for contributions from CEI members and interested individuals.

Detailed Catalog of Books

The bulk of the magazine is dedicated to a comprehensive catalog of books, organized by author and country of origin, with a significant portion dedicated to Spanish authors. Each entry provides bibliographic details such as author, title, publisher, year, page count, and dimensions. The catalog is divided into sections:

1. Autores (en español y catalán)

This extensive section lists numerous Spanish-language books on UFOs and related topics. Notable authors and their works include:

• Juan José Abad: Several titles focusing on extraterrestrial messages and humanity.
• Albert Adell Sabatés: "Manual del ufólogo".
• Félix Ares de Blas: Works on UFOs, myths, and gods, as well as theoretical modeling of the UFO phenomenon.
• Vicente Juan Ballester Olmos: A prolific author with numerous books such as "OVNIS: el fenómeno aterrizaje", "Investigación OVNI", "Enciclopedia de los encuentros cercanos con OVNI", and "Los OVNIS y la ciencia".
• J. J. Benítez: A well-known Spanish ufologist with many titles including "OVNIS: SOS a la humanidad", "OVNIS: documentos oficiales del gobierno español", "100.000 kilómetros tras los OVNIS", and "Incidente en Manises".
• Andreas Faber Kaiser: Author of "Sombras extraterrestres", "¿Sacerdotes o cosmonautas?", "No es dios todo lo que baja del cielo", "OVNIS: el archivo de la CIA", and "Fuera de control. Crónica extrahumana moderna".
• Màrius Lleget: Works like "Mito y realidad de los platillos volantes" and "Los OVNI en 25.000 palabras".
• Antoni Ribera: A highly cited author with numerous books such as "Platillos volantes en Iberoamérica y España", "Proceso a los OVNIS", "Secuestrados por extraterrestres", and "Encuentros con humanoides".

2. Traducciones

This section lists books originally published in other languages and translated into Spanish. It includes works by:

• Erich von Däniken: Several of his popular books like "Recuerdos del futuro", "Regreso a las estrellas", and "El oro de los dioses".
• Charles Berlitz: "El Triángulo de las Bermudas" and "El incidente Caso Roswell, EEUU 1947".
• Aimé Michel: "Los misteriosos platillos volantes" and "Los humanoides".
• Jacques Vallée: "Pasaporte a Magonia. From Folklore to Flying Saucers" and "Anatomy of a Phenomenon".
• Robert K. G. Temple: "The Sirius Mystery".

3. Libros extranjeros

This section provides a catalog of books published in languages other than Spanish, categorized by country of origin:

• Alemania: Includes works by Walter K. Bühler.
• Argentina: Features authors like Héctor P. Anganuzzi, Roberto E. Banchs, Gustavo M. Fernández, and Antonio Ribera (Argentine editions).
• Australia: Lists books by Michel Bougard and Alexandre Debienne.
• Bélgica: Includes works by Michel Bougard.
• Brasil: Features Artur Berlet and Johannes von Buttlar.
• Canadá: Lists books by Yuoko Bondrarchuk and John Magor.
• Chile: Mentions Ricardo Santander Botella.
• Estados Unidos: A very extensive list including authors like J. Allen Hynek, Donald E. Keyhoe, Stanton T. Friedman, Josef F. Blumrich, James E. McDonald, and many others, covering a wide range of UFO literature.
• Francia: Includes works by Aimé Michel, Jean-Pierre Delarge, Robert Charroux, and Jacques Vallée.
• Gran Bretaña: Features authors like John Michell and Brinsley Le Poher Trench.
• Grecia: Lists a publication by "ΞΑΤΖΟΠΟΥΝΟΨ ΣΤΑΨΡΟΨ".
• Italia: Includes works by Maurizio Blondet, Roberto Pinotti, and Jean-Claude Bourret.
• México: Features authors like Rudolph G. Aicardi, Pedro Ferriz, and Carlos Ortiz de la Huerta.
• Perú: Mentions Armando Zubarán Remírez.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue's primary focus is on cataloging and disseminating information about UFO literature. The editorial stance is one of promoting research and study within the field of ufology. The CEI positions itself as a central hub for UFO information in the Iberian Peninsula, actively encouraging collaboration and the expansion of its library. The extensive bibliography suggests a commitment to documenting and analyzing UFO phenomena from various perspectives, including scientific, historical, and anecdotal accounts. The inclusion of international works translated into Spanish underscores the global nature of UFO research and the CEI's effort to provide access to a wide range of sources. The magazine also implicitly supports the serious investigation of UFOs, as evidenced by the detailed nature of the catalog and the inclusion of works by prominent ufologists.

This document is a scanned page from issue 20 of the magazine "OVNI", primarily featuring bibliographical entries and references to UFO literature from various countries. The content is predominantly in Portuguese, with some entries in Spanish and French.

Bibliographical Entries by Country

Portugal

The section on Portugal lists several books and publications related to UFOs:

• "OVNI: portas para o ano zero" by Raul Berenguel, prefaced by Joaquim Fernándes, published by Editora Nova Crítica in Oporto (1978). It is 205 pages with illustrations.
• "OVNIS em Portugal" by Joaquim Fernándes, part of the "Colecção Successos 2" series from Editora Nova Crítica, Oporto (1978). This book has 239 pages with illustrations.
• "Intervenção Extraterrestre em Fátima. As aparições e o Fenômeno OVNI" by Joaquim Fernándes & Fina D'Arnada, from the "Colección Enigmas de todos os tempos" series, published by Livraria Bertrand in Lisboa (1981). It contains 463 pages with illustrations.
• "Catálogo preliminar das observações portuguesas 1950-1977" by Fernando Fernándes & José Mário Ferreira, from the Centro de Estudos Astronómicos e de Fenómenos Insólitos (CEAFI) in Oporto (1981). This is a 30-page publication.
• "Os OVNIS e a vida no Universo" by B. Sánchez Bueno, from the "Colecção Grandes Segredos" series, published by Edições António Ramos in Lisboa (1978). It has 208 pages with illustrations.

Puerto Rico

• "Manifiesto OVNI de Puerto Rico, Santo Domingo y Cuba" by Sebastián Robiou Larmarche, with a prologue by J. Allen Hynek, published by Editorial Punto y Coma in San Juan (1979). This extensive work is 526 pages long.

Quebec

The entries for Quebec are in French:

• "J'ai vu des soucoupes volantes" by Henri Bordelau, published by Éditions du Jour in Montréal (1966), 124 pages.
• "J'ai percé le mystère des soucoupes volantes" by Pierre Bordelau, published by Société Nefer in Montréal (1969), 323 pages.
• "Tout sur les soucoupes volantes" by Jean Ferguson, published by Éditions Léméac in Otawa (1972), 259 pages.
• "Les Humanoïdes" by Jean Ferguson, with a preface by Wido Haville, from the "Colección L'Homme et l'Univers" series, published by Éditions Léméac in Otawa (1977), 279 pages.
• "The november 1973 UFO invasion of Quebec" by Claude MacDuff, published by UFO-Quebec in Montréal (circa 1973), 17 pages, including maps.
• "Procés d'un sujet condamné à tort par les hommes pendant 24 ans" by Claude MacDuff, a manuscript from Quebec (circa 1974), 24 pages.

Dominican Republic

• "Tesis GOFOS sobre OVNIS" by GOFOS (Grupo Observador de Fenómenos y Objetos Siderales) in Santiago (1972), 11 pages with maps.

Russia (URSS) and Eastern European Countries

• References are made to authors Guindilis, Menkov & Petrovskaia, and other authors in France, and also in the United States.

France

• Mentions Ion Hobana & Julien Weber.

Other International Entries

• Switzerland: "De la part des extra-terriens en service sur la planète Terre" from the Centre d'Études de Fraternité Cosmique in Geneva (circa 1970s), 40 pages.
• Venezuela: "Naves y huellas de Extraterrestres" by Francisco Aniceto Lugo, published by Publicaciones españolas in Caracas (1975), 129 pages.

Appendix: Interviews with Foreign Ufologists

This section lists authors and their contributions, with a focus on the book "Algo flota sobre el mundo" (Something floats over the world). The listed authors include:

• Gordon Creighton
• Ivar Makay
• René Fouéré
• Paul Misraki
• Paoli di Girolama
• Hubert S. Williamson
• Sergio Bravo
• Hugo Correa
• Pablo Petrowistch
• Oscar A. Pérez Alemán
• Pablo Ponzano
• P. Segundo Reyna
• Ariel Ciro Rietti
• Eduardo A. Tucci
• Enrique Llanas
• Alejandro Vignati
• Eduardo A. Ascuy
• Carlos A. Etchecopar
• Milton W. Hourcade
• Héctor Fernández Guido
• Gordon I. Lore
• Herbert M. Furlov
• José Cecín

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine "OVNI" appears to be dedicated to cataloging and disseminating information about UFO phenomena globally. The editorial stance seems to be one of serious inquiry and documentation, evidenced by the detailed bibliographical entries and the inclusion of interviews with established ufologists. The focus is on providing a comprehensive resource for researchers and enthusiasts interested in UFO sightings, extraterrestrial contact, and related mysteries across different cultures and regions. The inclusion of specific case studies, like the Quebec invasion, and extensive bibliographies suggests a commitment to thoroughness and historical record-keeping within the field of ufology.