{"product_id":"the-book-of-the-damned-large-print","title":"The Book of the Damned — Large Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered why so many strange events are ignored by science? The Book of the Damned by Charles Fort is a cult classic that redefined the way we think about the unexplained. Originally published in 1919, this iconoclastic work challenges the gatekeepers of knowledge by compiling hundreds of anomalous events that were excluded from scientific discussion—not because they were proven false, but because they didn’t fit the prevailing worldview. Fort draws from newspapers, journals, and scientific reports to document phenomena that defy explanation: blood rains, sky quakes, alien lights, teleporting objects, and living things falling from the sky. With biting sarcasm and keen philosophical insight, he asks: What else are we missing? Who decides what is “real”? And what lies beyond the edge of human understanding? This modern edition preserves Fort’s voice while enhancing readability for contemporary audiences. A must-read for anyone interested in alternative science, fringe theory, UFOs, or the boundaries of belief, this book doesn’t ask you to believe—it demands you to wonder. What you’ll discover in this modernized edition of The Book of the Damned: ● A Catalog of True Anomalies – Read about strange events documented in newspapers and scientific reports that have no logical explanation. ● A Bold Critique of Scientific Orthodoxy – Understand how data is excluded from scientific thought—not because it’s false, but because it’s inconvenient. ● Timeless Themes of Skepticism and Belief – Reflect on who decides what counts as \"truth\" in the modern world. ● A Trailblazer in Anomalistic Literature – See why Fort is considered the grandfather of paranormal and fringe science writing. ● An Accessible, Faithful Edition for Modern Readers – With clean formatting and contextual clarity, this version retains Fort’s wit and intensity while removing archaic barriers. If you've ever suspected that the world is stranger than we’re told—this book is your proof. Or your beginning. ### Audiobook Description Have you ever wondered why science ignores what it cannot explain? Charles Fort’s The Book of the Damned is a provocative exploration of real phenomena cast aside by science. Drawing on newspapers, journals, and eyewitness accounts, Fort compiles a vast and often disturbing record of unexplained anomalies—ranging from raining animals to mysterious celestial events. Witty, skeptical, and deeply philosophical, Fort turns the spotlight on science itself—asking why it dismisses the very stories that challenge its boundaries. This modern narration delivers Fort’s voice with clarity and edge, bringing his fearless intellect into the 21st century. What you’ll discover inside: ● Reports of unexplained phenomena from across the globe ● A sharp critique of scientific dogma and data suppression ● Classic fringe science topics: UFOs, teleportation, bizarre weather ● A foundational work in anomalistic and paranormal literature Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, The Book of the Damned will shake your assumptions and open your mind to a world far stranger than fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Library of Alexandria","offers":[{"title":"Large Print Paperback","offer_id":58289384063324,"sku":"LOA-C1962-LPPB","price":18.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print Hardcover","offer_id":58289384096092,"sku":"LOA-C1962-LPHC","price":27.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print eBook","offer_id":58289384128860,"sku":"LOA-C1962-LPEB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/9442\/8764\/files\/1962_The_Book_of_the_Damned__large_print__ebook__pages-618__trim-6x9in__1800x2700px.jpg?v=1784150762","url":"https:\/\/libraryofalexandria.com\/products\/the-book-of-the-damned-large-print","provider":"The Library of Alexandria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}