History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

Candle in the Darkness (Refiner's Fire Series #1)

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An amazing historical novel!
One of the best Christian Fiction books out there
Excellent Historical Civil War Fiction
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I learned a lot about my self and those around me...

Candle in the Darkness (Refiner's Fire Series #1)
Lynn Austin
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Release Date: 2002-11-01

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Book 1 in the Refiner's Fire series. The daughter of a wealthy slave-holding family from Richmond, Virginia, Caroline Fletcher is raised in a culture that believes slavery is God-ordained and biblically acceptable. But upon awakening to the cruelty and injustice it encompasses, Caroline's eyes are opened for the first time to the men and women who have cared tirelessly for her. Her journey of maturity and faith will draw her into the abolitionist movement, where she is confronted with the risks and sacrifices her beliefs entail.

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An amazing historical novel!.......2006-09-20

I read this book in 2 days and couldn't put it down last night until I finished it at 2am. The author gave great details on the war and the characters that you feel like you're part of the story. I also like how the character, Caroline Fletcher, stood up for what she believed and still fought to save her family, even though they didn't agreed what she believed in. I also liked how the author compared the civil war to Bible times. It' never occurred to me how similar the war is to the Egyptian times. Overall, this is a great book that can't be put down without finishing it. I'm looking forward to reading more of Lynn Austin's books.

One of the best Christian Fiction books out there.......2006-06-27

I picked this book up after reading another Lynn Austin book, Hidden Places. I was engrossed from the first page. I read it in one day. The characters were great, especially the main character. It challenged my views of the Civil War and slavery. It was excellent. The other two in the series are wonderful as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Excellent Historical Civil War Fiction.......2006-06-24

Wow, what an amazing book. This was about a woman with convictions who dared to risk everything for them. By the world's standards she had it all~ beauty, wealth, intelligence, family with connections, and a gorgeous, rich, & charming finance. She is willing to forsake all to protect and free the slaves she loves.

This is a story about trust and faith in God and how Caroline develops from a shy, insecure young girl into a strong, courageous woman. However, Caroline's deceitful acts did not sit well with me. God's character is not consistent with deception. He is a big enough God to allow the North to win the war without willing someone to do deceitful acts. Caroline really put her father, cousins, finance and others in great danger by doing what she did. The author did not clarify whether Caroline's actions were right or wrong. It is for the reader to decide.

I really liked how the author painted a picture of slavery, people's attitudes towards slaves, and their interactions with them. The historical research involved was excellent. The reader gains a sense of what living in Richmond, the Confederate's capitol, must have been like before, during and briefly after the war.

Another excellent civil war fiction I strongly recommend is a book called "The Velvet Shadow" 3rd in "The Heirs of Cahira O'Connor" series by Angela Elwell Hunt.

Admirable Christian Fiction.......2005-03-01

Caroline Fletcher is a Southerner and she hates slavery. What should she do?

Lynn Austin's novel, "Candle in the Darkness," is a story about love, forgiveness, and doing the right thing. A terrible choice hangs in the balance for one woman: Should she stand up for what she believes in and lose the trust of her family and fiance, or should she let her convictions go and live "happily ever after?"

This book was fairly captivating. I read it in a day, because it is one of those books that you can't put down even if you don't really like it. The characters are believable, and the plot is strong. I can truthfully say I enjoyed it and that Lynn Austin knows how to write.

The only flaw that I saw in this story was something that I see in many Christian fiction books set during the Civil War: Why is it that all these Chrstian authors, if they want to make such a point agains the evils of slavery during that time, choose to tell their story from a Southern perspective? It is slightly annoying that Caroline Fletcher is not an authentic Southerner; why couldn't Lynn Austin just tell her story from a Northern perspective if she wanted a strongly anti-slavery character? I can understand the point she tried to make, but the more I study the Civil War, the more I wish that I could have enjoyed Caroline as the Southerner she should have been. It was practically traitorous that she betrayed her family and could've caused her fiance's death. I am most definitely NOT saying that I would have prefered a character like Scarlett O'Hara, but still, this was the one weak spot in the book.

Still, this book is great for anyone interested in the Civil War. Mildly recommended.

I learned a lot about my self and those around me..........2004-12-02

I really enjoy Christian fiction books and I always have a hard time choosing the right one. For some reason this book really stood out at the book store and I bought it without realizing what the book was fully about. It is such a strong book about going after what you truly believe in and standing up for what is right! After I finished it I wanted to read more and more about Caroline and I also found myself researching more about the Civil War. It is a hard book to put down! One of my good friends borrowed it & fell in love with it immediately! :0)

Candle in the Darkness/Fire by Night/A Light to My Path (Refiner's Fire Series 1-3)

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Excellent Civil War Series
Great History Lesson For Teens
Wonderful series swept me back in time
Awsome series!!!
Refiner's fire series

Candle in the Darkness/Fire by Night/A Light to My Path (Refiner's Fire Series 1-3)
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Release Date: 2004-12-01

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Each book in this powerful Civil War trilogy from award-winning novelist Lynn Austin's powerful Civil War trilogy offers a unique and shattering perspective on the conflict while exploring the deep affect the war had on the faith of a nation.

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Excellent Civil War Series.......2007-06-09

This is an excellent series of books on the Civil War! Although the story line is fictional, they are laced with true history regarding the Civil War. I could hardly put these books down, wondering what would happen next or what decisions the characters would make. We are homeschoolers, and I plan to have my high schoolers read the series for part of our Civil War History unit. They will love them!!!

Great History Lesson For Teens.......2007-03-30

We read the Chronicles of the Kings by Lynn Austin as a family, and because of that (they were "awesome"), my 15 year old daughter wanted to read everything possible that Lynn Austin has written. She read the Refiner's Fire and loved them so much she couldn't put them down, and even read one of the books twice. These volumes will teach your child more about the Civil War that will be unforgettable then any history textbook you'll ever find on the subject.

Wonderful series swept me back in time.......2007-01-16

Amazing series of 3 books from 3 different points of view. These books were heart-tugging page turners! I felt like I really got to know the characters. I felt like I was there in the 1860's.
Fantastic historical fiction. By far one of my favorite series of books. They can even stand alone, especially # 2.

Highly recommended!

Awsome series!!!.......2006-08-11

These books grab you and don't let go..... I read Candle in the Darkness twice now and the second time was better because you can really grasp the message. I hope she will continue this series in another book putting them all together.

Refiner's fire series.......2006-05-02

I just finnished the third book in this series and have been very impressed with the stories. I really enjoyed Fire by Night. The stories had great messages of courage and enduring the trials that God puts into our lives to mold and shape us so we can become His. The books, though religious in nature, were not obviously one denomination or another. They just held simple truths that all christian religions could appreciate. GOOD STUFF!!!!!!!!!!

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Three Minutes A Day, Vol. 36: It's Better to Light One Candle Than to Curse the Darkness

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Each volume in The Christopher's Three Minutes A Day series offers 365 daily inspirational thoughts to remind people that (1) their world, their nation, there community, their family, need their unique gifts and talents; (2) the problems that confront us require their individual ideas and perspectives; and (3) constructive action is the only effective way to address society's problems.

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Amazingly succinct and timely poetry uplifts and inspires the reader to feel more powerful in today's unsettling world. This is an eclectic, free flowing, high-spirited volume of deep insights and spiritual challenges including interfaith observations and an inspiring pilgrimage to Lourdes. Included in this collection are descriptions of a Darshan with Mother Meera, an ode to the mystical mountain, Montserrat, a hymn of praise for Mary Baker Eddy and a transformational evening at Carnegie Hall, listening to the works of composers sentenced to death during World War II. Chance encounters with strangers and poignant everyday miracles give the reader indelible impressions of truth, joy, compassion and humility. A 'must-read' for anyone devoted to becoming part of the solution rather than contributing to the problems we are, as a world community, experiencing at this time in history.

Candle and Darkness: Current Research in Alzheimer's Disease

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