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Area 51 : An Uncensored History of America's Top Secret Military Base by Annie Jacobsen (2012, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherLittle Brown & Company
ISBN-100316202304
ISBN-139780316202305
eBay Product ID (ePID)110891953
Product Key Features
Book TitleArea 51 : an Uncensored History of America's Top Secret Military Base
Number of Pages592 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
TopicMilitary / Nuclear Warfare, Conspiracy Theories, United States / State & Local / West (Ak, CA, Co, Hi, Id, Mt, Nv, Ut, WY), Ufos & Extraterrestrials, Military / General, Military / United States, Political Freedom
IllustratorYes
GenreBody, Mind & Spirit, Political Science, Social Science, History
AuthorAnnie Jacobsen
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.8 in
Item Weight18.4 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2011-925205
Reviews"An informative history...about the creativity, political acumen and courage of the high-flying Cold Warriors who sought to protect the free world in the decades after World War II."-- Andrew Dunn , Bloomberg, "A compelling narrative of 50 years of covert operations by the CIA, the U.S. military, and the mysterious "Atomic Energy Commission".... Her meticulous research makes for a fascinating read, as it intersperses the accounts of secret government projects with anecdotes from the people who made those projects happen.", Cauldron-stirring. [AREA 51] is not science fiction. It is an assertive account, revelatory ... Ms. Jacobsen has put together a set of strong allegations about Area 51's covert history ... Her research into the world of 'overhead,' the aerial espionage that needed to be developed in extreme secrecy, is compellingly hard-hittting ... the book is noteworthy for its author's dogged devotion to her research., An informative history...about the creativity, political acumen and courage of the high-flying Cold Warriors who sought to protect the free world in the decades after World War II., "A compelling narrative of 50 years of covert operations by the CIA, the U.S. military, and the mysterious "Atomic Energy Commission".... Her meticulous research makes for a fascinating read, as it intersperses the accounts of secret government projects with anecdotes from the people who made those projects happen."-- Rachel Larimore , Slate
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal358.4/170979314
SynopsisArea 51 It is the most famous military installation in the world. And it doesn't exist. Located a mere seventy-five miles outside of Las Vegas in Nevada's desert, the base has never been acknowledged by the U.S. government-but Area 51 has captivated imaginations for decades. Myths and hypotheses about Area 51 have long abounded, thanks to the intense secrecy enveloping it. Some claim it is home to aliens, underground tunnel systems, and nuclear facilities. Others believe that the lunar landing itself was filmed there. The prevalence of these rumors stems from the fact that no credible insider has ever divulged the truth about his time inside the base. Until now. Annie Jacobsen had exclusive access to nineteen men who served the base proudly and secretly for decades and are now aged 75-92, and unprecedented access to fifty-five additional military and intelligence personnel, scientists, pilots, and engineers linked to the secret base, thirty-two of whom lived and worked there for extended periods. In Area 51, Jacobsen shows us what has really gone on in the Nevada desert, from testing nuclear weapons to building super-secret, supersonic jets to pursuing the War on Terror. This is the first book based on interviews with eye witnesses to Area 51 history, which makes it the seminal work on the subject. Filled with formerly classified information that has never been accurately decoded for the public, Area 51 weaves the mysterious activities of the top-secret base into a gripping narrative, showing that facts are often more fantastic than fiction, especially when the distinction is almost impossible to make., This "compellingly hard-hitting" bestseller from a Pulitzer Prize finalist gives readers the complete untold story of the top-secret military base for the first time ( New York Times ). It is the most famous military installation in the world. And it doesn't exist. Located a mere seventy-five miles outside of Las Vegas in Nevada's desert, the base has never been acknowledged by the U.S. government -- but Area 51 has captivated imaginations for decades. Myths and hypotheses about Area 51 have long abounded, thanks to the intense secrecy enveloping it. Some claim it is home to aliens, underground tunnel systems, and nuclear facilities. Others believe that the lunar landing itself was filmed there. The prevalence of these rumors stems from the fact that no credible insider has ever divulged the truth about his time inside the base. Until now. Annie Jacobsen had exclusive access to nineteen men who served the base proudly and secretly for decades and are now aged 75-92, and unprecedented access to fifty-five additional military and intelligence personnel, scientists, pilots, and engineers linked to the secret base, thirty-two of whom lived and worked there for extended periods. In Area 51 , Jacobsen shows us what has really gone on in the Nevada desert, from testing nuclear weapons to building super-secret, supersonic jets to pursuing the War on Terror. This is the first book based on interviews with eye witnesses to Area 51 history, which makes it the seminal work on the subject. Filled with formerly classified information that has never been accurately decoded for the public, Area 51 weaves the mysterious activities of the top-secret base into a gripping narrative, showing that facts are often more fantastic than fiction, especially when the distinction is almost impossible to make.
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- 17 Mar, 2020
Good Read
While the book is a history of Area 51 it is also an overview of CIA/USAF and government in general during the period 1944- 1960's and probably beyond. Excellent sobering read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 May, 2021
The book Is not in "very good condition"
The content of the book it's amazing. But the stetic it's very rough, not what i espected. Anda even it's underlinded. Love the book but i regret buying this one.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Jun, 2019
GREAT BOOK
Very enlightening book...worth the read!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Dec, 2018
Compelling
well written,fascinating informationVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 02 Dec, 2024
Good reading.
Good reading. Some true, some not true, some unsure; hard to know which is which. Good reading.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Jul, 2017
Area 51
Very IntriguingVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 May, 2023
not finished but so far it confirms lots of facts.
facts.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Apr, 2024
Good Read
Good ReadVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Dec, 2024
Great book in nice shape highly recommen...
Great book in nice shape highly recommended.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Apr, 2024
Excellent read. Very informative!!
Excellent read. Very informative!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
