I work in a public library and I've found this to be a very useful reference source. A fountain of information on numerous Canadian topics, including the government, the economy, climate, vital statistics and Canadian history. This reference manual also includes concise write-ups on the nations of the world, mini-biographies and information on science, sports and entertainment. It includes black and white illustrations and 16 pages of coloured maps of the world. This book is a great reference tool for any student, but also so full of interesting tidbits that anyone would enjoy having a copy. Very heartily recommended.

The first books I bought when I started reading about UFOs, were books on abductions. "Intruders" fascinated me. Soon after reading "Communion", I went to hear Budd Hopkins at a local conference, here in Montreal.

I later learned of the MJ-12 affair and tried desperately to find answers to both subjects. Finding elements contrary to what I had recently read, and heard, I quickly realised that no one could be entirely believed in ufology. You have to verify everything yourself or be very confident in those you accept to trust.

The MJ-12 theory was full of holes and no one really knew what was happening to abductees. I decided that I would not get involved in either of them. I kept informed but that's all. The few TV shows on those subjects and the information I saw on the net were enough.

When I heard that Chris Rutkowski had written a book on abductions, I couldn't believe it. Here was a highly respected ufologist, with a solid scientific background, writing about a subject full of controversy (much worse than UFO sightings themselves) and with much less physical evidences than mainstream ufology. I though it was time for me to read another abduction book.

What a refreshing read. Those who wants to believe in "alien abducting people" will not like it. The same with those "nay-sayer" called skeptics. But if you're looking for answers, you must read this book. You wont find any. What you'll find is information that popular abduction researchers aren't telling you.

Chris Rutkowski has written a "must read" with lots of information. With a touch of humour, he present abductions as a phenomenon that no one really understand yet. In doing so, he points flaws in current pet theory of leading researchers (they wont like you!). His logical thinking bring the subject back to what it really is: a mystery. At the same time, he shows compassion for those abductees who trusted him with their stories, acknowledging that what they experienced can not be catalogue, simply, as being "all in their head". Well done! I highly recommend this book to those who would want a summary of current state of alien abduction research. You'll get it as it is, pro or con.

Chris, I have to tell you that, contrary to some rumours you may have heard, the popularity of Star Trek is not waning.

Easily one of my most valuable sources, not to mention a great read for a stormy night. Colombo allows his subjects to tell much of their own stories, adding a welcome sense of authenticity to the tales collected here. From the heartwarming to the bone-chilling, there's enough variety to interest just about everyone.