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The Abduction Of Betty And Barney Hill: Alien Encounters, Civil Rights, And The New Age In America
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A Gripping Account Of An Alien Abduction And Its Connections To The Breakdown Of American Society In The 1960Sexcellent And Exhaustive.Colin Dickey, Slatein The Mid1960S, Betty And Barney Hill Became Famous As The First Americans To Claim That Aliens Had Taken Them Aboard A Spacecraft Against Their Will. Their Storyinvolving A Lonely Highway Late At Night, Lost Memories, And Medical Examinations By Small Gray Creatures With Large Eyeshas Become The Template For Nearly Every Encounter With Aliens In American Popular Culture Since.Historian Matthew Bowman Examines The Hills Story Not Only As A Foundational Piece Of Ufo Folklore But Also As A Microcosm Of 1960S America. The Hills, An Interracial Couple Who Lived In New Hampshire, Were Civil Rights Activists, Supporters Of Liberal Politics, And Unitarians. But When Their Story Of Abduction Was Repeatedly Ignored Or Discounted By Authorities, They Lost Faith In The Scientific Establishment, The American Government, And The Success Of The Civil Rights Movement.Bowman Tells The Fascinating Story Of The Hills As An Account Of The Shifting Winds In American Politics And Culture In The Second Half Of The Twentieth Century. He Exposes The Promise And Fallout Of The Idealistic Reforms Of The 1960S And How The Myth Of Political Consensus Has Given Way To The Cynicism And Conspiratorialism And The Paranoia And Illusion Of American Life Today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill'? A: The book explores the story of Betty and Barney Hill, the first Americans to report an alien abduction, and connects their experience to the civil rights movement and societal changes in 1960s America.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill' is Matthew Bowman, a historian who examines the cultural and political implications of the Hills' story.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 288 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of the Hills' experiences and their cultural significance.
- Q: When was 'The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill' published? A: The book was published on August 29, 2023.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in UFO folklore? A: Yes, the book is an essential read for those interested in UFO folklore, as it delves into the Hills' abduction story and its impact on American culture.
- Q: Does the book discuss the civil rights aspect of the Hills' story? A: Yes, the book examines Betty and Barney Hill's involvement in civil rights activism and how their experience reflects broader societal issues of the 1960s.
- Q: Is there any mention of the psychological effects of the abduction? A: Yes, the book discusses the psychological impact of the abduction on the Hills and how it influenced their faith in institutions like the scientific community and government.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: This book is intended for readers interested in history, sociology, UFO phenomena, and the interplay between culture and politics in America.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or endorsements for this book? A: Yes, Colin Dickey from Slate described the book as 'excellent and exhaustive,' highlighting its depth and thorough analysis.