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UFO Mail - No 257 - 2018
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Title: UFO-Mail Issue: 257 Date: February 20, 2018 Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information
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Title: UFO-Mail
Issue: 257
Date: February 20, 2018
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information
This issue of UFO-Mail, the 257th installment from Skandinavisk UFO Information, dated February 20, 2018, focuses on updates and resources related to UFO research and information.
Nyt på ufo.dk (News on ufo.dk)
The primary announcement is the expansion of the English-language section on the ufo.dk website. The newsletter encourages readers to share this resource with their English-speaking friends abroad, directing them to www.sufoi.dk/english/english.php for the new texts.
Masser af gratis læsestof (Lots of free reading material)
This section highlights the availability of numerous older book publications from SUFOI online, accessible at www.sufoi.dk/e-boger/e-boger.php. These digital books are intended for private use, with permission to download and print a personal copy, but not for redistribution. The newsletter notes that some of these books, written over 40 years ago, may contain outdated viewpoints but retain historical and research interest.
A specific book mentioned is J. Allen Hynek's "The UFO Experience - A Scientific Inquiry" from 1972, which was a major breakthrough for ufology. Its Danish translation, "UFO - dokumenteret" (252 pages, illustrated), was published in 1974 by SUFOI in collaboration with Strube Verlag. Although long out of print, it is available for loan from libraries and can be downloaded for free as an e-book.
Spørgsmål og svar (Questions and Answers)
This section features a question from a reader who had previously purchased "SUFOIs Historie 1975-2000" and inquired if the newly released "UFO'er - Myter og viden" was an update to the earlier book.
Kim Møller Hansen, chairman of SUFOI, clarifies that "UFO'er - Myter og viden" is not a traditional anniversary book and differs significantly from "SUFOI's Historie 1975-2000." Instead, it is a collection of articles totaling 200 pages that delves into the UFO myth, analyzing its historical development and presenting the current state of knowledge. The book aims to share the experiences and knowledge gained by enthusiasts and researchers over 60 years, catering to both seasoned UFO followers seeking new insights and newcomers to the subject.
Månedens ufomaterialer i webbutikken (This month's UFO materials in the webshop)
SUFOI has published many books over the years, most of which are now out of print. Some are available as free e-books, while others can be purchased on CD-ROM at a significantly lower price than their original book format. This section highlights two specific publications still available in the webshop:
1. "Projekt UFO - tro, løgne og kold krig" (Project UFO - belief, lies, and cold war): Published in 2011, this 454-page A4 book is well-illustrated with 206 images (90 in color) and includes an index and extensive link/literature list. It originally cost 479 Danish Kroner (kr.). The foreword and table of contents can be previewed online.
2. "SUFOI's historie 1975-2000" (SUFOI's History 1975-2000): This is a thoroughly illustrated account of SUFOI's activities over more than 25 years, covering the period when UFOs gained significant media attention. The book comprises 240 pages of UFO history, organizational history, and personal accounts, detailing the UFO phenomenon in Denmark through seven extensive chapters. It features over 150 illustrations, mostly in color. Upon its release in 2003, the book cost 299 kr.
Both "Projekt UFO - tro, løgne og kold krig" and "SUFOI's historie 1975-2000" are priced at 49 kr. and can be ordered via a provided link.
- og vælg en bog (- and choose a book)
This section reiterates that Skandinavisk UFO Information is run by volunteers. Its primary mission is to provide the public with serious information about the UFO phenomenon through ufo.dk and to register sightings of unusual aerial phenomena. The organization's purpose and vision can be read online.
Readers are encouraged to support the organization's work with a financial contribution of 250 kr. or more, which helps sustain ufo.dk and fund investigations into UFO experiences. Members of the "Støttekreds" (Support Circle) receive no obligations for their annual contribution.
As part of a promotion, members can choose one of four titles as a complimentary gift:
- Ildkugler over Danmark (Fireballs over Denmark): Value: 159 kr., Order No.: B-088
- UFO'er - Myter og viden (UFOs - Myths and knowledge): Value: 149 kr., Order No.: B-087
- Mysteriet om UFO'er (The Mystery of UFOs): Value: 54 kr., Order No.: B-033
- Firestorm: Value: 89 kr., Order No.: B-054
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring theme throughout this issue is the promotion of accessible UFO information, whether through expanded online resources, free digital books, or purchasable publications. SUFOI positions itself as a provider of serious and well-researched information, driven by volunteers. The editorial stance is one of encouraging engagement with UFO topics, supporting the organization's work, and making historical and contemporary UFO literature available to a wider audience. The newsletter emphasizes the historical significance of UFO research and the ongoing efforts to document and understand these phenomena.