Paul Barnett (1949–2020)

Sex Secrets of Ancient Atlantis is a meticulously-argued presentation of entirely nonexistent research demonstrating conclusively to anyone of careless mental habits that the Atlantean civilization was destroyed due to intoxicated concupiscence. The book concludes with a rousing call to action in the light of the impending Atlantean reconquest, as they are to return (soon!) from the Hollow Earth, bearing Reichian super-science and the wrath of Pan.

The crux of the text is a translation of an show more alleged primary document: the Scented Garden of Atlantean antiquity, the antediluvian Ananga Ranga known as "The Enigma Stones." This work includes an assortment of canonical sexual techniques (or bandramis) that can be put to practical use by any imprudent reader. In my estimation, however, the best parts of the book are those dealing with the vicissitudes faced by the intrepid researchers who brought to light the Atlantean legacy, and who reasoned out its alarming and possibly lucrative consequences. As exciting as an ancient apocalypse might be, it pales beside drunken faculty holiday parties and oversexed Tibetan exploratory expeditions.

Popularizing author John Grant shows every sign of having read the varied and highly dubious works that he lists among his sources, so that he does real justice to them when presenting and parodying their ideas. Sadly, Sex Secrets of Ancient Atlantis is no longer as topical as it was in the mid-1980s. Specialists in the field of eroto-crypto-archaeology and its affiliated conspiracy theories are aware that the Internet has succeeded in its real (Atlantean) purpose, which was to pervert our civilization "towards something more akin to the Atlantean ideal" (195). As a result, the secret Atlantean invasion is a fait accompli -- to the point where the USA elected its first Atlantean president in 2008. show less

An entertaining, educational, and depressing look at the lengths people will go to lie cheat and steal their way into false truths. It's important to remember that while the method of scientific discovery is in theory an excellent one, the humans tasked with executing that method are fallible creatures who require a lot of supervision and peer review.

A great book for people who like history, factoids, and scientific weirdness. Also good for those who think that our current era of show more anti-science crusading is anything new. show less

This disaster novel has it all. The Earth has tilted on its axis and a new Ice Age looms. Hordes of rabid lemmings have fled south and threaten the cities of Europe. Meanwhile, a time-travelling Hitler has emerged in sleepy Devonshire and is cloning himself in preparation for the march on London. And approaching alien envoys, after years of careful research into Earth's extensive literature on first contact situations, have transmitted a message that they hope accurately conveys their show more peaceful intentions and proper feelings of interstellar amity and peace: "YOU EARTHLING SCUM ARE THE DREGS OF THE UNIVERSE! WE COME TO ANNIHILATE YOU PAINFULLY AND RAPE YOUR PLANET!"

Yup, in this novel, what you see is what you get. All that and the entire plot of 'Independence Day" rolled up in two sentences... show less

For fans of the Disney Renaissance Era and everything preceding it, this book is an invaluable source of lovely illustrations and up to date information. My only qualm is that the author can be particularly biased in a selection of the articles within. I would not suggest this book to someone who would read it thoroughly, cover to cover, if he or she wishes to keep untainted opinions on certain films and shorts, especially those of Disney's more difficult years. However, if you are simply show more wanting a quick reference guide to the films, or to learn a little more information about your favorite characters, this book would be a great pick. Overall, I'm happy to have it within my collection. show less