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Chambers Myths and Mysteries

Separating the legends from the evidence behind history's great puzzles.
Reading guide
There is no set order to follow, so you can start with any mystery that interests you and move between entries as you like.
Each entry takes one myth, monument or modern legend and considers the evidence behind it, from ancient sites and historical figures to famous disappearances and urban tales.

Description

Atlantis, Stonehenge, the carved moai of Easter Island, the Holy Grail, the tomb of Tutankhamen, the disappearance of Amelia Earhart and the drifting ship the Mary Celeste are all gathered here, alongside the urban legends of our own time. Kate Sleight examines each story for whatever truth lies behind it, so you can enjoy the legend while also learning how much of it holds up.

Built on the Chambers Dictionary of the Unexplained and expanded with newly researched material, the book is arranged for looking up a familiar mystery or wandering into one you have never heard of. It suits the curious browser who loves a good legend but would like to know what is fact and what is fancy.

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