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Area 51

By: Annie Jacobsen
Narrated by: Annie Jacobsen
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'An extraordinary book' DAILY EXPRESS

'Revelatory ... Ms Jacobsen has put together a set of strong allegations about Area 51's covert history ... Her research is compellingly hard-hitting' NEW YORK TIMES

It is the most famous military installation in the world. And no credible insider has ever divulged the truth about his time inside of it. Until now. This is the first book based on interviews with scientists, pilots, and engineers - 58 in total - who provide an unprecedented look into the mysterious activities of a top-secret base, from the Cold War to today. With a jaw-dropping ending, it proves that facts are often more fantastic than fiction, especially when the distinction is almost impossible to make.

Read by Annie Jacobsen

©2011 Annie Jacobsen (P)2011 Hachette Audio Americas Media Studies Military Social Sciences United States Air Force Imperial Japan US Air Force Aviation War Cold War

Critic Reviews

An informative history...about the creativity, political acumen and courage of the high-flying Cold Warriors who sought to protect the free world in the decades after World War II (Andrew Dunn)
A compelling narrative of 50 years of covert operations by the CIA, the U.S. military, and the mysterious "Atomic Energy Commission".... Her meticulous research makes for a fascinating read, as it intersperses the accounts of secret government projects with anecdotes from the people who made those projects happen (Rachel Larimore)
All stars
Most relevant
Well researched and seemingly factual. It would makec a great documentary series if washington ever lets it happen

A Great Listen

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Annie does a fantastic reading of her book which has been put together exceptionally well. Decided to finally give it a listen after seeing her on Joe Rogan's podcast. I hoped to get more information about Bob Lazar but wasn't left disappointed.

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I always find it best when the author narrates the book, and Annie does a wonderful job, an enthralling book that hooks you from the beginning, and is as addictive as every appearance and speech I have seen her appear at. I haven’t read all her books, but I’m going to and I hope she does more soon. Indispensable listening if you have a fascination with the world of secrets and government corruption. Brilliant.

Awesome book narrated by the author

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This book is great the only problem is that your left with so many questions at the end lol 👍👍

Awesome

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America, Russia and China will be the death of humanity. FFS spend the money elsewhere.

Absolute madness.

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first listened to this chick on the joe Rogan experience podcast and bought her audio book now I've listened to her complete library and I loved the operation paper clip book but recommend her whole collection

herd about this book from the joe rogan experience

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Yes, I have heard of Area 51 who hasn't? However, the author has researched this subject amazingly. I couldnt put this book down. From start to finish it hooked me into this phenomenon. Definitely a must read!

This book will blow your mind

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I enjoyed the way the story was broken into the various time lines of events and the impact of them on the world today. The author would be stunned knowing at the time, that Russia has developed weapons that travel at Mach 26+ and do not have to carry nuclear warheads to destroy their targets. Naturally, this has been done because of the continued lies by the US, EU and NATO to Russia, making them the least trusted Nations on the planet Earth. If I found anything questionable, it would have to be the Roswell flying disc and the occupants. If Russia had this technology in 1947, why is it never repeated? The old trick of feed so much truth of declassified information, U2, Oxcart, Sr71, F117 and drones which we all know about, then give up, non plausible information about a Russian flying disc crewed by 13 year old deformed children. Then spin the story to say the USA is doing the same. I mean, who is to say that this is not the Red Herring in the plot! Roswell was a real UFO, they were Alien bodies and crew and all the sightings until now (Dec 30th, 2024), have been search and rescue of their own kind. A rapport was made with the SOBs at Area 51, and the frequent flyers are able to come and go as they choose? It is no more far fetched as Russia sending a flying disc manned by 13 year old crew, grossly disfigured. This whole book could be a plant to throw off those who are too... Close. This is just an alternative to the narrative, as we have seen the results of trusting the government of the Global Western Society.

USA The Fourth Reich

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A fantastic read that will leave you with more questions than what it can answer.

So Many Questions

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Good listen. Very factual and interesting. Not all about UFOs . History of spy planes too

Secrecy

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