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  • The Mysterious Origins of Human Consciousness (The Definitive Edition of Supernatural)
  • By: Graham Hancock
  • Narrated by: Graham Hancock
  • Length: 21 hrs and 41 mins
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Summary

"With the original unabridged text of Supernatural, I offer the reader an investigation that explores the human experience with psychedelics from the Stone Age to the Space Age and the role of these extraordinary plant medicines as tools to investigate the nature of reality itself." (Graham Hancock)

Discover the pathway to the gods.

Less than 50,000 years ago mankind had no art, no religion, no sophisticated symbolism, no innovative thinking. Then, in a dramatic and electrifying change, described by scientists as "the greatest riddle in human history," all the skills and qualities that we value most highly in ourselves appeared already fully formed, as though bestowed on us by hidden powers.

In Visionary, Graham Hancock sets out to investigate this mysterious "before-and-after moment" and to discover the truth about the influences that gave birth to modern human mind. His quest takes him on a journey of adventure and detection from the stunningly beautiful painted caves of prehistoric France, Spain, and Italy to remote rock shelters in the mountains of South Africa, where he finds a treasure trove of extraordinary Stone Age art.

Hancock uncovers clues that lead him to travel to the depths of the Amazon rainforest to drink the powerful plant hallucinogen ayahuasca with Indian shamans, whose paintings contain images of "supernatural beings" identical to the animal-human hybrids depicted in prehistoric caves and rock shelters. Hallucinogens such as mescaline also produce visionary encounters with exactly the same beings. Scientists at the cutting edge of consciousness research have begun to consider the possibility that such hallucinations may be real perceptions of other "dimensions."

Could the "supernaturals" first depicted in the painted caves and rock shelters be the ancient teachers of mankind? Could it be that human evolution is not just the "blind," "meaningless" process that Darwin identified, but something more purposive and intelligent, something that we have barely even begun to understand?

Previously published as Supernatural, this definitive edition includes a new Introduction by Graham Hancock as well as restored chapters that were omitted from the original paperback release.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Graham Hancock (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

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“Previously published as Supernatural (2015), this new definitive edition of Visionary includes a new Introduction by Graham Hancock as well as restored chapters that were omitted from the original paperback release. …deftly narrated by Hancock and will have a very special appeal to students and non-specialist general readers who are interest in anthropology, prehistory, and human evolution.” —Midwest Book Review

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a bit bonkers

im a fan of graham's work and i love to see his view on reality, this book is definitely a bit of a mind bender and i have to objectives say i think Graham at times sees what he wants to see when offering his evidence. but he makes some excellent points and definitely gives you some things to think about.

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Unbelievably brilliant!

Hancock lays out very clearly the potential origins of altered states of consciousness and it’s linked to, potentially the some of the most important discoveries about human history, the human genome and the potential for where our race could be, should we choose a more enlightened and peaceful path for ourselves. A fantastically well researched body of work.

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Not really what I expected

I was under the influence that when purchasing this book it was more about the human consciousness then cave art. I totally understand the connection between the human mind and these ancient drawing but after listening to 5 hours of what I consider dry academic arguments and people associated with this long lost to history I will pick up another book on this topic. If you really enjoy cave art then you will enjoy this book. The book is really rich in details and a lot of personal knowledge is buried into this material. The book was not something for me. Perhaps another title of the book would have given me a heads up

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Anthem of the underdog

Yet another wonderful and fascinating book by Mr Hancock. Who continues to be verified with each passing year. Graham is arguably the most important journalist of our generation. I highly recommend this book and his earlier works. thank you, Graham

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if you ever wondered.... here's plenty of answers

fantastic listen... Graham knows his stuff..really enjoyed the bit size chapters.. there is a large amount of information to absorb and will take a few listens to glean what i need.. so in we go again👍🏼👌🏽

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Interesting but subjective.

Hancock is a good writer, is poetically descriptive at times and he pulled out some interesting research I’d not seen elsewhere to support the book’s thesis. However I thought he was often a touch too speculative and made erroneous connections between disparate data sets in an effort to push his own belief system. I’d personally prefer that he maintain an objective approach to his subject, as many of the issues he raised harked back and confirmed his own bias with regard to his personal drug experiences. Overall I mildly enjoyed the book but it’s worth reading through a critical lens.

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Truly outstanding

Graham Hancock is a truly talented researcher, written and thinker. The book is incredibly thought provoking, arguments are deeply reasoned. A flawless master work by one of the truly visionary thinkers of our modern age.

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Must read. Amazing

Must read. Amazing. Real eye opener. Graham Hancock thank you for such a good read

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Tough but worthwhile listening for many reason.

Graham Hancock has tried to make this a challenge to academics in some areas and as such the wording is difficult and can satisfy neither audience. That apart it's a brilliant analysis.

Apologies if this now gets even stranger but I happen to first read The Messengers: Accounts of Owls, Goodness the links from this and the whole alien question make a fabulous and new tale.

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Essential reading

Graham Hancock and his extensive research and reporting is as necessary as the pursuit of knowledge through rigid academic structures and perhaps even more so.
He presents a view of the subjects he covers free from institutional ego, shedding light into those spaces many dare not look. His results often reveal ignored or hidden knowledge that is essential for the betterment of our understanding of our origins and hence ourselves. .
I am so glad this work and other Graham Hancock works exist.
I am certain he is gently seeding a path upon which science and their tenuous academic feet will one day frequent.

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