On this site, you will find a list of books and magazines about UFOs and related subjects that are part of my collection.
For each book and magazine, publication details and cover images are provided. For many books and magazines, the table of contents is also included. If a digital version of the publication exists, a link to download it is provided. (Digital versions are NOT downloadable from the site).
Richard H. HALL, Mark RODEGHIER, Donald A. JOHNSON, The prevalence of abductions: A critical look pp.131-135 Journal of UFO Studies New Series Vol. 4 1992
Richard H. HALL, Mark RODEGHIER, Donald A. JOHNSON, UFO ABDUCTION SURVEY: A CRITIQUE. Widely quoted as evidence of millions of abductions, the Roper Report & its findings are questioned. pp.9-11+14 MUFON UFO JOURNAL No 303 July 1993
A preliminary report on the investigation of an alleged UFO occupant encounter
3-5
Appendix to the preliminary report on Carl Higdon
5-7
Jacques VALLÉE, Claude PHOER
Basic patterns in UFO observations A paper given at the 1975 Meeting of the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) at Pasadena, California
8-13
Gordon CREIGHTON
The car that turned transparent
14-15
Oscar A. GALÍNDEZ
The anthropomorphic phenomena at Santa Isabel Part 2
Abstract: This paper provides evidence why UFO investigators and others should use caution in the use of specialized equipment which claims to analyse the amount of stress present in the human voice.
Six technical limitations are documented: (1) poor inter-judge scoring reliability, (2) problems caused by different words used by the witness, (3) scoring problems caused by the quality of the tape recorder used, (4) scoring problems caused by the speed of the recording, (5) difficulties caused by the possibility that vocal responses may be subject to voluntary control, and (6) scoring problems related to the level of stress present
and the witness stress response threshold.
Such devices do have some merit when used with proper training and with an understanding of their technical limitations;some of these factors are also discussed.
Alvin H. LAWSON
HYPNOSIS OF IMAGINARY UFO "ABDUCTEES"
8-26
Abstract: In an attempt to evaluate objectively the claims of UFO "abductees",
imaginary
abductions were induced hypnotically in a group of volunteers who had no signi
ficant knowledge of UFOs.
Eight situational questions comprising
the
major
components of a typical abduction account were asked of each subject.
Although the researchers expected major dissimilarities,
an
averaged
comparison of data from four imaginary and four "real" abduction
narratives
showed no substantive differences.
Also,
extensive patterns echoing well-estab
lished details from "real" UFO reports emerged from the "naive" subjects' im
aginary sessions.
There is as yet
no satisfactory explanation
for the patterns and
other
similarities between imaginary and "real" abductions.
But more
significantly,
there are parallels between these patterns and the "image constants"
or recur
rent descriptions of form, color, and movement reported by subjects in
drug-
induced hallucination experiments, and in so-called "death narratives",
among
other mental processes.
Thus there is reason to accept at least some parts of
the "real" abductees1 stories as accurate reflections of what their sensory mec
hanisms have reported.
However, despite many similarities, there are crucial differences
such as alleged physical effects and multiple witnesses
which arguethat
UFO abductions are separate and distinct from imaginary and hallucinatoryex
periences.
With these
distinctions in mind, an abduction model is proposed-
witnesses actually perceive images
from whatever source
such
as
bright and pulsating lights, lattice-textured forms moving randomly in the
sky,
lighted tunnels,
humanoid figures,
with data from the imagination,
etc.
memory,
These abduction constants are combined
nesses to create a "real" UFO encounter.
and existing UFO data known by
wit
The subjective reality of the intense
hallucinatory experience is a physically real event.
Subsequently they may
re
port the "truth" as they have experienced it, although actual occurences remain
unclear.
el,
The complexities of the UFO phenomenon are affirmed by the above mod
since still unexplained are many puzzling matters,
including the greatest
mystery of all, the nature of the stimulus which initiated
witness and so triggers the abduction sequence.
the imagery in
the
The writer prefers a dualistic UFO hypothesis.
But while there is
a
continuing absence of unambiguous physical evidence, this study concludes
that
UFOs are
in psychological terms
unquestionably real, and further that
non-physical UFO research is promising
Paul J. LAVRAKAS, Dennis P. ROSENBAUM
ASSESSING BELIEF IN EXTRATERRESTRIAL LIFE: THE BEXTL SCALE
27-31
Abstract: With the advent of organized attempts to search for extraterrestrial life (e.g., SETI), it has become important to plumb the depths of the public's belief in its existence.
The measurement of such a quantity is facilitated by the use of a scale developed by the authors: the Belief in Extraterrestrial Life (BEXTL) Scale. With the existence of this scale, it will now become easier to quantify and understand the social phenomenon of belief in the extraterrestrial hypothesis.
Abstract: Laboratory analysis of a sample of possible "angels hair" from a
fall (Oct.
11,
1977) in the San Francisco,
CA area is reported.
widespread
The
samples
analysed showed none of the volatility of that obtained in classicreports.
ysisNonetheless,
tentatively
identifies the
substance as airborne
spider web.
Anal
variety of analyses performed is of importance should a "genuine" angels
speciman connected with a
UFO
make
From time to time a phenomeno-
a
hair
its appearance.
Don C. DONDERI
THE EFFECT OF CONSCIOUS AND UNCONSCIOUS ATTITUDES ABOUT UFO EVIDENCE ON SCIENTIFIC
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXTRATERRESTRIAL HYPOTHESIS
35-40
Abstract: Current scientific attitudes toward UFO evidence are reviewed and contrasted with the growing interest in communicating with extraterrestrial intelligence (ETI).
Conscious rejection of the extraterrestrial UFO hypothesis is attributed to the rigidity of current paradigms, Bayesian thinking with zero prior probability for the extraterrestrial hypothesis, and a low signal-to-noise ratio in the publicly available data. The interest in ETI, on the other hand, is partially attributed to unconscious acknowledgment of the UFO data and its extraterrestrial implications.
Donald A. JOHNSON
A STRUCTURED APPROACH TO THE ANALYSIS OF NON-PHYSICAL UFO EVIDENCE
41-48
Abstract: The lack of indisputable hard evidence of the UFO phenomenon is thought likely to continue and therefore, the author attempts to provide a realistic, orderly approach to the analysis of non-physical UFO data.
Four levels of analysis are suggested and discussed: the studies of the witness, the phenomenon, the
report, and the myth of UFOlogy.
Possible research directions are suggested.
Robert G. NEELEY JNR
1897: THE AIRSHIP IN ILLINOIS
49-69
Abstract: The author presents an in-depth analysis of the airship wave of 1897 in Illinois as derived from an exhaustive study of Illinois newspapers.
Sightings were discovered to fall into one of three categories: the moving lights, the "description"
sightings, and landing/occupant sightings.
Each group was examined and encapsulated and possible identifications of some of the sightings are suggested. Several classic cases of the airship from the literature are examined
Bruce MACCABEE
SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION OF UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS: PART I
Abstract: The abduction experiences of 104 individual subjects are examined.
Male/females statistics multiple participation, case publicity, family relationships, occupational and educational backgrounds are studied with the conclusions found that the abductees tend to be more highly educated and skilled, as well as psychologically stable than perhaps has been thought.
William C. McCALL
WHAT WE CAN LEARN FROM THE EMOTIONAL REACTIONS OF UFO ABDUCTEES
98-100
Leo R. SPRINKLE
WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS OF UFO EXPERIENCES?
101-109
Abstract: The history of the author's involvement with UFOs is discussed.
A research project of the author (the identification and psychological studies of persons who
claim to experience psychic impressions of UFO phenomena) is described.
The "reality" of and possible interpretations of abduction accounts received under hypnosis is commented upon.
MUFON UFO JOURNAL Official Publication of MUFON Mutual UFO Network,Inc No 178 December 1982 Mutual UFO Network
The effects of position and distance in UFO ignition-interference cases
1-8
David FINKELSTEIN
Relativistic limits to relativistic travel
9-13
Richard F. HAINES
Results of sound spectrum analysis of the metallic noises of a tape-recorded radio transmission between Cessna VH:DSJ and the Flight Service of Melbourne, Australia
14-23
Bruce MACCABEE
Scientific investigation of unidentified flying objects: Part two
Narrow-Band Acoustic Analisys of a Recoreded UFO Sound
1-12
Abstract: The recorded sound ascribed to the St. Helens, Oregon UFO is analyzed and found to
have unique properties: the absence of even harmonics and of any frequency higher than
3000 Hert2. While such acoustic composition can be produced a rtific ia lly by, say, an
electronic synthesizer, it appears to have no easily identifiable natural origin.
Thus, even apart from possible UFO connection, the sound is of considerable scientific interest
Bruce MACCABEE
The McMinnville Photos
13-68
Abstract: On June 8, 1950 the local newspaper in McMinnville, Oregon published two photos of
a 'flying saucer" which had been taken by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Trent, along with a brief
report on when and how the photos had been taken. The story was circulated nationally by
the International News Service, which also obtained the original negatives but did not
return them to the Trents. The photos received national attention viien the Colorado
investigators analyzed them. The conclusion presented in the "Condon Report" was that
the evidence was essentially consistent with the claim that "an extraordinary flying
object. .. fiew within sight of two witnesses."
Later investigation indicated that the evidence referred to in the Report was not
conclusive and that there seemed to be some discrepancies between the photographic
evidence and the witnesses' story. A subsequent investigation of the original negatives
reconfirmed Hartmann's conclusion about excessive brightness of the bottom of the image
of the unidentified object (U0) and eliminated the claim that there was a relatively long
time lapse between the photos. Computer-aided analysis by CSV) revealed no indication of
a suspending device and did suggest a possibly excessive edge distortion which could be
attributable to atmospheric distortion if the object were far away, as suggested by the
photometric analysis.
I have carried out an extensive investigation into the background of the sighting
since 1974 and have concluded from communication with people who have met the Trents that
they could not perpetrate a hoax like this. I have concluded also that it cannot be shown
from either verbal or photographic evidence that the case was a hoax. When considered
along with other evidence that strongly suggest that unusual objects have been seen by
many technically trained, credible observers (see, for example, Project Blue Book Special
Report f!4 ), the Trent case is especially valuable because of the clarity of the photos.
John F. SCHUESSLER
Medical injuries Resulting from a UFO Encounter (Cash/Landrum Case)
69-70
Alvin H. LAWSON
A Touchstone for Fallacious Abductions: Birth Trauma Imagery in CE III Narratives
71-98
Gordon J. MELTON
The Contactees: A Surey
99-108
Roberto PINOTTI
EVIDENCE FOR UFOs IN THE ITALIAN PAST
109-123
Donald A. JOHNSON
Size, Distance, and Duration Parameters of the Ignition-Interference Effect
123-152
Mark RODEGHIER
A Summary of Vehicle Interference Reports and a Description of a Possible Natural Phenomenon Causing Some Events
153-168
Budd HOPKINS
Investigating Abduction Cases
169-174
Vicente-Juan BALLESTER OLMOS, Miguel GUASP
Standars in the Evaluation of UFO Reports
175-182
Keith BASTERFIELD
Can Imagery Explain Certain UFO Close Encounters?
183-188
Alan C. HOLT
UFO Maneuvers and Radiation: A Theoretical Perspective
189-196
Joan JEFFERS
UFOs and the "Psychic Connection" or are we Missing the Message by Not Asking the Right Questions?
FLYING SAUCERS VS. UFOs Does it really matter who first coined the phrase "Unidentified Flying Objects" to supercede the original and somewhat misleading "flying saucers," why and when? Perhaps, perhaps not. But my interest was piqued recently by a personal letter from Gordon Creighton, editor of England's Flying Saucer Review, which raised this very issue. At first glance; the issue should be fairly straightforward; after all, if we don't know that about that subject after 45+ years what do we know?
3
Robert J. DURANT
CORTILE CASE: THE MISSING EVIDENCE Some common sense questions and objections continue to plague the celebrated "Case of the Century. "
4-6
Budd HOPKINS
BUDD HOPKINS REPLIES
6-8
Richard H. HALL, Mark RODEGHIER, Donald A. JOHNSON
UFO ABDUCTION SURVEY: A CRITIQUE Widely quoted as evidence of millions of abductions, the Roper Report & its findings are questioned.
9-11+14
David GOTLIB
FALSE MEMORY SYNDROME False memories found in child abuse studies have important implications for UFO abduction research.
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