Why Did It Have To Be Snakes: From Science to the Supernatural, The Many Mysteries of Indiana Jones
by Lois H. Gresh, Robert Weinberg
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Author: Lois H. Gresh, Robert WeinbergEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-04-21
ISBN: 0470225564
Number of pages: 272
Publisher: Wiley
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Summary: 5 Stars
In five parts - one for each of the four Indiana Jones movies and one for the Young Indiana Jones TV series - the authors attempt to set the record straight as to what could and what could not have really happened in these stories from the historical, geographical, cultural, social and scientific viewpoints. The book's format is as follows: in each part, various events from the particular story are briefly described and then analyzed at greater length in light of documented facts and real-world people and events. Comments are then made as to how likely it is that that part of the story could have happened as depicted. Regarding the latest (fourth) Indiana Jones movie, very little is discussed - only two pages of historical information on crystal skulls. The writing style is clear, friendly and quite engaging - making for very entertaining reading. Although the book is categorized as "science", in reality, scientific facts are heavily outweighed by historical and mini-biographical information. Although Indiana Jones fans would likely relish this book the most, readers who are not familiar with these stories can enjoy it as well; for example, I have not seen any of the Young Indiana Jones stories, but I enjoyed that part (Part 4) of the book as much as the others.
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Could you really use a bullwhip to swing across a chasm? Or rip out a man?s heart without killing him? At last, here is the book that finally answers the Indiana Jones?related questions that have troubled you for years. It tells you everything you?ve ever wanted to know about the history, culture, and science behind your favorite Indy scenes and settings. You?ll find out the truth about the Thuggees and their deadly practices, ancient death traps, the Well of Souls, Kali worship in India, and much more.Movies Books
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