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Area 51

An Uncensored History of America's Top Secret Military Base

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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

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

Critic Reviews

An extraordinary book ... Discovering what really happened at Roswell is the holy grail of conspiracy theorists ... What if there were not one but two conspiracies involving Cold War propaganda rather than visitors from another planet? ... Based on unprecedented interviews with personnel at Area 51 Jacobsen's argument may not be as outrageous as it sounds
Area 51 is not science fiction. It is an assertive account, revelatory ... Ms Jacobsen has put together a set of strong allegations about Area 51's covert history ... Her research is compellingly hard-hitting ... the book is noteworthy for its author's dogged devotion to her research ... it makes an indelible impression
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)
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Well researched and seemingly factual. It would makec a great documentary series if washington ever lets it happen

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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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