SLEAZY MAGAZINES AND BOOK COVERS OF THE PAST. IS EXACTLY THAT. THIS BOOK WILL TAKE A LOOK AT THE VARIOUS MAGAZINES AND BOOK COVERS OF THE PAST. THERE HAS BEEN THOUSANDS OF SO CALLED SLEAZE OR SMUT PUBLICATIONS. THIS COLLECTION WILL HIGHLIGHT SOME OF THE WORST OR BEST. THE CHOICE IS YOURS. I THINK THAT THESE EARLY PERIODICALS OF THIS NATURE WERE UNIQUE AND SPECIAL. I PERSONALLY LIKE THE ART WORK AND THE WEIRD PHOTOGRAPHY. NO MATTER WHAT YOU THINK, THIS IS ALSO A PART OF THE AMERICAN STORY. IF YOU WERE TO COMPARE THESE EARLY MAGS AND BOOK COVERS. UP AGAINST WHAT IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TODAY. THE OLD MAGS AND BOOK COVERS WOULD LOOK LIKE A JOKE AT LEAST THE OLD MAGS LEFT YOU SOME ROOM FOR IMAGINATION. TODAY WITH THE INTERNET, YOU CAN SEE MORE NAKED MEN OR WOMEN ON ONE PAGE. THAN ALL OF THESE BOOKS COMBINED. TODAY THESE MAGS WOULD CARRY A PG WARNING LABEL. BACK IN THE DAY. THEY WERE CONSIDERED VULGAR. TODAY THEY ARE FUNNY AND OUT DATED. SOMETIMES SOME THINGS ARE BETTER LEFT UNCHANGED ANYWAY YOU BE THE JUDGE, ON WHATS SLEAZE OR NOT. ME, I THINK. IT IS JUST ANOTHER LOST PART OF OUR INNOCENCE OR OUR IGNORANCE. ENOUGH TALK GO LOOK AT SOME VINTAGE COVERS. SEE YOU IN THE NEXT EPISODE.

The journey and the experience. Life as we know it, and the world around us, continue to inspire an incredible amount of questions even after thousands of years of technical innovation. Discovering answers to those questions sometimes completely alter the understanding of who we are spiritually, where we came from, and what our future holds. From building amazingly complex structures to exploring personal enlightenment, unanswered questions are capable of motivating the most astonishing feats ever known to mankind. Throughout a lifetime we are faced with moments that forever change us. In those moments we are given the opportunity to persevere; to adapt and overcome those obstacles placed before us. Contained within is a compelling, personal journey of clairvoyance experienced by the author, J.C. Vintner, in a transcendent rite of passage. The experience forever changed how Vintner understands mankind's place in the universe and prompted an extensive, ongoing research effort to explain the unexplained by means of relation and relativity. Along with Vintner's experience is the complete three volume ancient mysteries series including Ancient Earth Mysteries, Mysteries of the Universe, and Legendary Cryptids, expanded with additional research articles and notes. By opening pathways deep within the mind, expanding our perception of knowledge, and accepting alternative explanations to our existence, we may begin to recognize the ultimate beauty of our reality and the cosmos. Ancient World Mysteries explores these pathways by tapping into the knowledge of our ancient ancestors in search of a hidden truth able to explain our existence as one with the universe.

An exploration of the Bigfoot Phenomena and review of possible explanations of the creature from an open-minded scientist's point of view.

Mysterious Places takes you in a voyage to the unknown and mystery. It discusses facts that lie in plain daylight. Structures that are hard to believe were made by people that apparently did not have the knowledge or the tools to build them, buildings that scientists and archaeologists have no idea why, how or by whom they were built. Questions that arose the curiosity of mankind and cannot be answered by scientists, archaeologists or engineers.

When I decided to create a new bathing suit pattern, I searched for a modern book documenting Victorian bathing suits. To my surprise, I couldn't find one. Yet I had quite a few period magazines with engravings of bathing dresses in my collection. While I was doing more research, I fell in love with the traditions and ethics surrounding American, English, and French bathing. This book focuses on the culture of swimming and sea bathing across the decades, and on women's bathing suits, noting their styles, variations, and evolution, all quoted from the original writers of that time. For your enjoyment, I've included descriptions and engravings of men's and children's suits when I could find them, but their clothing was not as well documented as the ladies' dresses. The culture and proper dress of bathing changed radically during Queen Victoria's reign, led, of course, by the French. The accepted ladies' one-piece bathing gown gave way to the two-piece bathing suit, and bathing went from a medical treatment to a social event. Even the French bathing dress was not admired in its early days. It was plain, usually black, and, at best, boring. But once fashion got hold of the bathing suit, the dress evolved rapidly. By 1870, many bathing suits were downright gorgeous. Fashion magazines began to include descriptions and engravings on a regular basis, vying to provide the most up-to-date styles. Bathing went from a quick, unpleasant dip in the ocean to true enjoyment, and even swimming became popular. Victorian Bathing and Bathing Suits has over 125 period illustrations. It is intended for costume historians, bathing enthusiasts, Victorian re-enactors, historical writers and history buffs.

We are not alone.And we never have been . . .

For years we've been taught that human progress has been a long, slow climb from the primordial ooze to hunter-gatherers to empires. But what if that's only part of the story?

Bestselling author and legendary conspiracy researcher Jim Marrs takes on his biggest subject yet: the history of mankind. Our Occulted History overturns conventional knowledge and beliefs, presenting compelling evidence that the earth once hosted prehistoric civilizations of nonhumans, using technologies that very well may have surpassed our own. From the flying shields reported by the Romans to the mysterious airships of the 1800s and the UFOs of today, Marrs argues that someone other than us is still present on this planet. But are these visitors simply observers--or do they play a much more active and controlling role? Jim Marrs raises this shocking question and more in the provocative and persuasive Our Occulted History.

We fear them...revere them...wish we could have them do our bidding...They live in our dreams and haunt our nightmares Dragons and Unicorns...the magical beasties recognized throughout the world. The authors take us beyond folk lore and legend to an invisible realm where such creatures are part of everyday reality... DRAGONS: Few creatures of folklore and mythology conjure up more sinister and magical images than the Dragon. Also known as the firedrake, these mercurial creatures pervade almost every pantheon of classic literature. Said to be larger than elephants, they are generally accept as having bat-like wings, twin horns of varying length, and a fiery breath that can destroy all that comes in their path. UNICORNS: The word "unicorn" is based on the Hebrew world re'em ("horn"), in early versions of the Old Testament translated as "monokeros," meaning "one horn." The Unicorn is mentioned in Greek literature, in India and throughout Europe. . .The strange legends of the Dragon and the Unicorn persist to this very day. Figment of the imagination? Misinterpretation of ordinary creatures? Symbolic of a mystery occult school? Beautifully illustrated, printed on quality paper, this large - 8x11 - format book will peek your interest and keep you entertained for hours as you travel around the world in the present and the past in search of creatures thought to have been made of imagination; but which probably has some basis in a physical reality.

FEAR NOT 2012. . . THE WORST IS YET TO COME Join Sean Casteel and Tim Beckley as they summarize the latest catastrophic data and speculate along with Ignatus Donnelly as he searches for proof that global chaos caused by cosmic influences have wreaked havoc upon earth throughout the ages. FACT -- Ancient mythology recalls the devastation of Earth by flood and fire eons ago. FACT -- The coming of Planet X is thought by many to fulfill certain passages of Biblical prophecy, which refer to an unknown space-faring body known as Wormwood. FACT -- At least one military attache suggests there are "SKY ISLANDS" all around us in a parallel universe, and that "Planet X" might be invisible to the human eye, yet still have a tremendous pull on Earth. Over 250 large size pages. Dramatic cover. Must reading for all fans of Charles Fort and Immanuel Velikovsky.

Did you know that coffee was once banned by the Christian world as the drink of the Devil? Or, that the story 'Frankenstein' owes its birth to a volcanic eruption? Do you know the connection between bottle caps and razor blades, or that the microwave is a spinoff of Radar? You'll find the fascinating connections to all of these questions in "What's In A Name"; an immensely entertaining history of the stories behind some of the best known companies, products, names and events in the world. Business broadcaster, Woody Vincent, brings the narratives from his popular on-air feature to life in 59 fact-filled, easy-to-read stories. A great read for anyone wishing to have a little "water-cooler" fluff to add to his or her repertoire, or just plain fun for history and trivia buffs alike. If you've ever wondered about Ponzi schemes, artificial sweeteners, Kodak cameras, the stories behind Santa Claus, Coca-Cola or dozens of other curiosities, this is the perfect book for you Do you know why it's called "Steak Tartar"? Or why Dave Thomas named his hamburger chain "Wendy's..".the answer will surprise you, because it's not exactly what you think. If you've ever wanted to dazzle your friends with scintillating dinner conversation, this is your book. It's much much more than just a quick description of the origins of company names; it's a delightful "connect-the-dots" whodunnit that explains the histories behind so many of the things we take for granted. The world as we know it didn't just fall off a tree one day. Here's your chance to get in on the backstories of the world of free enterprise...plus a whole lot more

2013 Reprint of 1919 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Although similar in title, theme and structure to his book Creative Mind, this is a completely different book. Creative Mind has more of a focus on Mental Healing. This book is principally about what is today called in New Age circles Prosperity Consciousness. Holmes discusses how to focus one's thoughts to create monetary wealth, as well as increase one's personal charisma to garner circles of friends. This little classic of New Thought is very similar to its successor, Think and Grow Rich, optimistic, self-empowering, and confident in its outlook. Contents Include An Inquiry Into the Truth What Life Is Man's Place In Creation The Beginning of Understanding Our Conditions Governed By Our Thinking Unconscious Creation First Steps How To Attain Strength What We Will Attract More About the Power of Attraction How To Attract Friends The Control of Thought Creating Atmosphere The Power of Words Why Belief is Necessary Where So Many Fail Using the Imagination Man's Right of Choice Old Age and Opportunity Demonstrating Success in Business Money A Spiritual Idea Action Ideas of the Infinite Don't Be A Leaner Causes and Conditions Mental Equivalents One Law and Many Manifestations Transcending Previous Conditions Understanding and Misunderstanding Unusual Experience Visualizing Where Demonstration Takes Place Treatments Understanding and Guidance How To Know Just What To Do Following Up A Thought The Single Stream of Thought Enlarging Our Thought Always Be Gathering Mental Likeness Keeping The Thing In Mind Destroy All Thoughts That We Do Not Wish To Experience Direct Practice For Prosperity Race Consciousness Developing Intuition Presence of Activity Drawing Your Own To You The Final Word

For the thousands of people who loved "To Heaven and Back," "Heaven is for Real," and "Proof of Heaven,"
a warm and detailed account of life between lives--and our lives to come
What happens when someone dies? What does it feel like? What exactly is the light at the end of the tunnel? Is reincarnation real? And if so, do spirits have any influence over their lives to come?
Based on his own amazing experiences communicating with those who have passed over, Barry Eaton answers these questions about the spirit world, and many, many more. Taking the reader on a journey through the realm of the spirit, the author details the whole process of crossing into the next life, from the journey "home," to adapting to new living conditions in the afterlife, and even delving into what kinds of activities will be available there, and how we can be prepared for our own personal journey.
This book will give hope, alleviate fear, and provide comfort for anyone who has questions or concerns about life after death.

American mystic and bestselling author Ralph Waldo Trine was one of the most significant writers on New Thought principles. In This Mystical Life of Ours Trine gathers bite-size essays from his many books of affirmation and encouragement, one for each week of the year. Through chapters like: - The Fresh Beginning - Faith And Prayer - The Drawing Power Of Mind - The Creative Power Of Thought - Thoughts Are Forces - Fear Brings Failure - Humaneness In Our Diet You will learn to: - Harness the creative power of thinking - Form positive habits - Wield powerful thoughts - Put into action the universal law of attraction - Attract success - Open windows onto your soul - and much, much more. Ralph Waldo Trine was an author, philosopher, mystic, and teacher and was one of the early mentors of the New Thought Movement. His writings influenced many of his contemporaries including Ernest Holmes. Trine was a pioneer in the area of life-transforming thought. No other New Thought author has sold more books than he.

Since the advent of flight and the infancy of the space program, there have been numerous accounts of UFOs and alien beings. But what about ancient times? Did people observe mysterious objects in the skies prior to the invention of the airplane? Did they speak of mysterious, intelligent creatures from the stars? The answer is "Yes." Since the earliest days of human history, UFOs and their occupants have been witnessed and recorded in detail. These accounts can be found in the writings of Assyria, Babylon, and ancient Egypt; in the Old Testament and apocryphal texts; in the ancient Sanskrit texts of India; in the literature and "legends" of Rome, Norway, Ireland; and in the oral traditions of many tribal cultures around the world, including those of Africa, the Hawaiian Islands, the Easter Islands, and the Americas. Humanity: The Alien Project examines ancient tablets, codices, hieroglyphs, manuscripts, scrolls, and oral traditions that describe alien encounters throughout history. These accounts span centuries, cultures and continents, but they all share the same central theme: the origins of man as it relates to the history of the "gods" and ancient UFO sightings. Author Vincenzo Macrino presents astonishing evidence that our ancestors not only observed strange objects in the skies, but at one time had a close, personal, face-to-face relationship with their occupants, and that in truth, we owe our very existence to the "gods" of the ancient world. In modern times, alien encounters have largely been covered up by media and the military or debunked as "conspiracy theories" or fiction. However, this fascinating investigation of thousands of years' worth of literature and artwork shows that such encounters occurred long before anyone had a desire to cover them up; instead, they recorded these encounters so that mankind would remember them. Are our ancestors really extraterrestrials? The wealth of evidence presented in this work invites you to investigate this theory.

An Encyclopedia of Seven is a fascinating and fun-filled compendium celebrating all things relating to the number seven. Author Marty Cooling has transformed a personal quest to compile and document interesting lists with seven component items, alongside countless registers of seven-related matters, into this delightful volume of trivia, facts, and fictions. If you are already a septomaniac-a person who loves the number seven-you will be surprised to discover just how much you know, and will marvel over how much there is yet to learn about the number seven. Everyone else in the world will invariably find upon reading An Encyclopedia of Seven that the number is a boundless source of intriguing convergence, inspired utility, and improbable good fortune. It is a topic that has remained a subject of ardent fascination dating back to the beginning of recorded history, and Marty Cooling brings a fresh perspective that embraces all of the number seven's wonderful and particular qualities. Carefully steering clear of academic jargon and proselytizing cliches, the author has created a work of good will and good humor in the form of this unprecedented comprehensive and coherent reference devoted to the number seven. An Encyclopedia of Seven is an indispensible companion for readers who count seven among their favorite numbers. Here are fun facts and anecdotes to learn and share, memorable and informative bits of trivia, and revelatory items relating to the number that you thought you knew correctly, only to discover you were actually mistaken or misinformed.

Did you know that the first Thanksgiving in the United States was held in the Florida, not Plymouth? Do you know the connection between Thomas Jefferson and tom turkeys? Do you know which American woman was instrumental in the development of Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Can you name the first foods served at the Thanksgiving in Plymouth? Feast on the answers to these questions and a whole lot more in A Taste of Thanksgiving.

2013 Reprint of 1959 Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Eliphas Levi (1810-1875), born Alphonse Louis Constant, was a sage, poet and author of over twenty esoteric books. He began writing at 22 years of age and was imprisoned twice for the critical nature of his work. Eliphas Levi was steeped in the Western occult tradition and a master of the Rosicrucian interpretation of the Qabalah, which forms the basis of magic as practiced in the West today. The "Key of the Mysteries" represents the culmination of Levi's thoughts and is written with subtle and delicate irony. It reveals the mysteries of religion and the secrets of the Qabalah, providing a sketch of the prophetic theology of numbers. The mysteries of nature, such as spiritualism and fluidic phantoms, are explored. Magical mysteries, the Theory of the Will with its 22 axioms are divulged. And finally it offers "the great practical secrets." The true greatness of this work, however, lies in its ability to place occult thought firmly in Western religious traditions. For Levi, the study of the occult was the study of a divine science, the mathematics of God.

The well-known phrase 'Beam me up Scotty' from Star Trek introduced the public to the idea of Teleportation -- instantaneous transport through time and space -- though the term was actually coined by the world famous author of books on unexplained mysteries, the late Charles Fort. Long thought to be the work of ever imaginative writers, the author now takes the subject beyond the void of pure speculation into the realm of 21st century science. For according to the author -- a former military intelligence operative with connections to the CIA and the defence department -- on a number of occasions he witnessed the testing of 'highly classified', super Top Secret 'black project' aircraft engaged in manoeuvres over Area 51 in the Nevada desert. What was so unusual about these over flights is the fact that the technology being tested involved principles of Teleportation gleamed from reverse engineering of alien spacecraft which have crashed on earth. The author maintains that extraterrestrials have been trying to feed us clues regarding the existence of this stellar mode of transport which will enable us to instantly manoeuvre between two points in the tinkling of an eye.