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Area 51
- An Uncensored History of America's Top Secret Military Base
- Narrated by: Annie Jacobsen
- Length: 16 hrs and 11 mins
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Publisher's Summary
This "compellingly hard-hitting" best seller from a Pulitzer Prize finalist gives listeners the complete untold story of the top-secret military base for the first time. (New York Times).
It is the most famous military installation in the world. And it doesn't exist. Located a mere s75 miles outside of Las Vegas in Nevada's desert, the base has never been acknowledged by the US government - but Area 51 has captivated imaginations for decades.
Myths and hypotheses about Area 51 have long abounded, thanks to the intense secrecy enveloping it. Some claim it is home to aliens, underground tunnel systems, and nuclear facilities. Others believe that the lunar landing itself was filmed there. The prevalence of these rumors stems from the fact that no credible insider has ever divulged the truth about his time inside the base. Until now.
Annie Jacobsen had exclusive access to 19 men who served the base proudly and secretly for decades and are now aged 75-92, and unprecedented access to 55 additional military and intelligence personnel, scientists, pilots, and engineers linked to the secret base, 32 of whom lived and worked there for extended periods. In Area 51, Jacobsen shows us what has really gone on in the Nevada desert, from testing nuclear weapons to building super-secret, supersonic jets to pursuing the War on Terror.
This is the first book based on interviews with eye witnesses to Area 51 history, which makes it the seminal work on the subject. Filled with formerly classified information that has never been accurately decoded for the public, Area 51 weaves the mysterious activities of the top-secret base into a gripping narrative, showing that facts are often more fantastic than fiction, especially when the distinction is almost impossible to make.
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- Ratpack1
- 2021-06-08
Annie Jacobsen is a Real One
This takes a deep dive into the history of Area 51 and the uses from it's inception to the skepticism of today. Great book
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- SL_TO
- 2019-10-20
Always wanted to get back into it!
really enjoyed the storyline, and Annie is a fantastic narrator! She makes the individual stories riveting, and they all come together so well!
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- Alex Pierson
- 2020-08-15
Great Book
This was a captivating read. Like pulling on a thread just want to know more. Was hoping for a bit more about the Lazar story.
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- Anonymous User
- 2019-08-03
A great look into top secret military operations
So happy to hear the author reading their own book. Great insight into the secret military operations of the past. And makes your mind go crazy thinking of what they could be doing now!
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- Carla Reilly
- 2021-06-27
Amazing in every way!
Not only is this book expertly written, but the narrator’s voice is very easy to listen to.
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- Susan Millar
- 2024-04-12
Astonishing & Worrisome
Area 51, a huge swath of land in Nevada is where nefarious nuclear weapon projects were undertaken often with little regard for safety. It is also where military aircraft of incredible capability were designed and built. And then there is the true story of the Roswell event - as much as this incredible author was able to uncover in her extensive research. it is certainly a worrisome lesson of secretive projects - some even unknown by presiding presidents, which gives pause about the dangers of runaway military men, scientists and high level government officials who can do highly dangeriys projects sometimes with little or no input from representatives of the people. I had to read the book in spurts - it is all too much to take in at once.
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- Darren
- 2022-06-16
Amazing
this is an amazing listen. I came looking for this book after listening to her speak on a Joe Rogan podcast.
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- Wellington_Jr
- 2022-07-09
Very good book
If you’re like me, interested in the ufo and Area 51 legends, just read/listen to this book. Good information, entertaining, the author has a lovely voice that makes the whole experience very relaxing.
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- M. MacRae
- 2023-01-26
Great narration, riveting story!
Thoroughly engrossing book, Annie’s voice is clear and easy to listen to.
If you’ve ever wondered about Area 51 this is a must read or listen.
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- Riley
- 2020-04-06
best audio book I've ever listened too!
I don't know how to say great book in 15 words so this is what I'm goin to say. highly suggested 5 stars
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