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“Passport to Magonia” - Full text here (394 pages)

Summary:

Our time surpasses all epochs in history in accumulating technical knowledge, wielding power over our environment, and amassing economic might. Notably, our age generates an unprecedented amount of mythical material, often overlooked. Many reports describe sightings of extraordinary aerial objects, commonly known as flying saucers or UFOs. These accounts frequently include details of these crafts’ landings, their physical attributes, the behavior of their occupants, and their motives.

However, investigators have missed a crucial perspective: the recurrence of similar beliefs throughout history, adapted to various cultures and social structures. Historical records consistently revolve around a central theme: encounters with aerial beings from distant, legendary lands. Whether called Magonia, heaven, hell, or Elfland, these places share a common trait: they are nearly impossible to reach while alive, except under extraordinary circumstances.

Emissaries from these supernatural realms descend to Earth, sometimes appearing as humans and other times as monstrous entities. They perform astonishing feats, either aiding or opposing humanity. They shape civilizations through mystical revelations, seduce earthly women, and those brave enough to seek their friendship find these otherworldly beings driven by desires that extend beyond the purely celestial.

These themes form the core of “Passport to Magonia,” Jacques Vallee’s groundbreaking work. Originally published in 1969, this book quickly became a classic in the field. It remains an indispensable resource for anyone intrigued by UFOs, alien encounters, and the intersection of folklore and the paranormal.