Skandinavisk UFO Information

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: nr. 72
Date: July 10, 2006
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information, titled 'UFO'er gennem 100 år' (UFOs Through 100 Years), centers on a review of Michael David Hall's book, "UFOs: A Century of Sightings." The magazine also promotes several other UFO-related books available for purchase.

Review: UFOs: A Century of Sightings

Historian Michael David Hall's extensive book, "UFOs: A Century of Sightings," is presented as a comprehensive account of the UFO phenomenon's history from 1896 to the present day. According to a review by Clas Svahn, the book primarily focuses on the USA and compiles the most interesting UFO incidents from the 20th century, highlighting major waves of reports in 1896-97, 1946, 1947, 1952, 1954, 1957, 1965-67, and 1973.

Svahn notes that many reports originate from military archives, with military personnel observing the craft. A key distinction of Hall's work, as highlighted by Svahn, is its focus on the physical aspect of the UFO enigma, deliberately avoiding sensational abduction stories or accounts derived from hypnosis, which are deemed difficult to investigate. Hall, who leads the Montgomery County Historical Society in Indiana, is described as knowledgeable and objective in his treatment of the subject. His compilation is considered a significant effort to describe a controversial phenomenon.

"UFOs: A Century of Sightings" is described as a 375-page book in a large format (21.5 x 28 cm) and is priced at 259.00 Danish Kroner.

Other UFO Books Offered by SUFOI

The magazine also lists several other English-language UFO books available through SUFOI:

• The AREA 51 & S-4 Handbook by Chuck Clark: This is described as an unusual publication with photos and descriptions of Area 51 and its surroundings. The 65-page, spiral-bound booklet is written by Clark, who lives in Rachel, a neighboring town to Area 51. The 2006 edition costs 259.00 Danish Kroner.

• Bad Astronomy by Philip Plait: Written by the creator of www.badastronomy.com, this book entertainingly debunks myths, legends, misunderstandings, and hoax stories, ranging from astrology to the 'Moon Landing Hoax.' It is 277 pages long, illustrated, and costs 159.00 Danish Kroner.

• UFOS & ALIEN CONTACT: Two Centuries of Mystery by Robert E. Bartholomew & George S. Howard: This book is mentioned with its title and authors, but no further description is provided in the scanned pages.

• UFOs and the National Security State by Richard M. Dolan: SUFOI has acquired a portion of the remaining stock of this book, which was released in April 2000. It is 544 pages long, includes an extensive bibliography and notes, and offers a chronological UFO history for the period 1941-1973, featuring unique observational reports, classic incidents, and ufological connections. Unique copies with Richard Dolan's autograph are available.

• Firestorm by Ann Druffel: This book is mentioned in relation to an article titled 'Kampen for ufologien' (The Fight for Ufology). The cover indicates it is about 'Dr. James E. McDonald's Fight for UFO Science' and includes a foreword by Dr. Jacques Vallée.

• Swamp Gas Times by Patrick Huyghe: This book is mentioned, but no specific details are provided beyond the title and author.

• Life Beyond Planet Earth? by Janet and Colin Bord: This book is mentioned as being 'Udsolgt!' (Sold out!).

• On This Day In UFO History, 3rd Edition: This book contains 366 sighting reports (including February 29th) with year, time, and location, along with witness names and incident summaries. Additionally, it lists addresses, phone/fax numbers, email addresses, and web addresses for over 600 international UFO organizations and UFO periodicals. It is spiral-bound, in English, and 77 pages long.

• Looking for Orthon by Colin Bennett: This book is mentioned in relation to an article titled 'På sporet af Orthon' (On the Trail of Orthon). The cover states it is 'The story of George Adamski, the first flying saucer contactee, and HOW he CHANGED the WORLD.'

New Links on www.ufo.dk

SUFOI has launched a new section on its website, www.ufo.dk, featuring links to UFO sites and related topics. Readers are encouraged to explore this new 'Links' section.

Share UFO-Mail

The issue concludes with an invitation to forward the 'ufo-mail' to family, friends, and acquaintances, encouraging them to subscribe for free updates on Danish and international observations, current aerial phenomena, and special offers on UFO materials.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the promotion and discussion of UFO literature, with a particular emphasis on historical accounts and physical evidence rather than speculative or unverified claims. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, presenting well-researched books and encouraging reader engagement through the SUFOI website and newsletter.