Ragnarok: The Age of Fire and Gravel. Illustrated.

1883 Ragnarok 1ed Comet Cataclysm Ignatius Donnelly Atlantis Apocalypse Geology

In his book, "Ragnarok: The Age of Fire and Gravel" Ignatius Loyola Donnelly posits that a massive comet impacted Earth around 12,000 years ago. This cataclysmic event led to widespread disasters, such as fires, floods, and extended winters, eradicating an advanced civilization. Survivors were forced into caves, regressing culturally, and losing knowledge of sophisticated subjects. Donnelly uses geological observations, like deep cracks around the Great Lakes and altered surface rocks in New York, to bolster his theory. Additionally, he references various cultural legends that hint at such a disaster, suggesting a shared memory of the event across civilizations. The book is a continuation of Donnelly's exploration of ancient catastrophes, following his previous work on Atlantis. Donnelly was known for delving into pseudoscientific and pseudohistorical theories, drawing connections between disparate cultures and advocating for unorthodox historical interpretations.

Item number: #41326

Price: $499

DONNELLY, Ignatius

Ragnarok: The Age of Fire and Gravel. Illustrated.

New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1883. First Edition.

Details:

· Collation: Complete

o vi, 452, [4]

o 36 illustrations (including frontispiece)

· References: BAL 4813

· Provenance: Handwritten – [J. E. Shumecker]

· Language: English

· Binding: Hardcover; secure

o red cloth

· Size: ~ 7.75in X 5.25in (19.5cm x 13cm)

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