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Atlantis in the Amazon: Lost Technologies and the Secrets of the Crespi Treasure

✍️ Wingate, Richard
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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

Dive into the enigmatic collection of Father Carlo Crespi, a missionary whose Ecuadorian encounters unveiled a trove of anachronistic artifacts. This book meticulously documents strange machines, golden relics, and ancient plaques, presenting them as undeniable evidence of a technologically advanced Atlantean civilization rooted in the Amazon. Wingate skillfully weaves these discoveries with the prophetic visions of Edgar Cayce and Annie Besant, crafting a compelling, if controversial, case for a forgotten history and a devastating ancient global conflict that left its indelible mark.

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“Richard Wingate's book Atlantis in the Amazon is the definitive book on the mysterious Crespi treasure of Ecuador to which so much has been written.”
— David Hatcher Childress, author of Lost Cities & Ancient Mysteries of South America, Technology of t
🏛 Bear & Company 📅 2011 📖 184 pages 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781591431206
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Wingate's *Atlantis in the Amazon* offers a thrilling deep dive into one of archaeology's most enigmatic collections. It excels in bringing the Crespi Treasure to vivid life, connecting it persuasively to Atlantean lore for those open to radical historical revision. While it might frustrate academic historians seeking peer-reviewed evidence, enthusiasts of ancient mysteries and alternative history will find it an electrifying and thought-provoking read, firmly establishing itself within the realm of speculative archaeology.

📝 Description: Atlantis in the Amazon: Lost Technologies and the Secrets of the Crespi Treasure

An investigation into the ancient technologically advanced artifacts amassed by Father Carlo Crespi and how they offer proof of Atlantis in South America - Includes photos and descriptions of the strange machines and beautiful artifacts that once comprised the "Crespi Treasure" - Connects Crespi's treasures to readings by Edgar Cayce and Annie Besant's descriptions of Atlantean colonies in Ecuador - Reveals the nuclear war between the Atlanteans and the Aryans and the radioactive evidence left behind in the Bahamas and Pakistan In 1923 an Italian priest, Father Carlo Crespi, came to Ecuador as a missionary. Befriending the indigenous Shuar people, he learned of an ancient treasure they had sworn to protect hidden within a network of underground tunnels. As newly converted Christians, the Shuar wanted to share with their priest these amazing anachronistic artifacts--golden sarcophagi from Egypt, bronze plaques depicting famous scenes from antiquity bearing both Quechua and Phoenician writing, copper wheels and gears as hard as steel, strange machines, and many other inexplicable items. Crespi faithfully maintained the collection until just before his death when the Ecuadorian government purchased it from the church and many of these priceless treasures were lost forever. Providing detailed descriptions and his own photos of the advanced technologies and beautiful art that comprised the "Crespi Treasure," Richard Wingate reveals that the ancient civilization responsible for these advanced artifacts was Atlantis. Connecting Crespi's treasures to Edgar Cayce's descriptions of advanced technology in the distant past and the Atlantean colonies of Ecuador described by Annie Besant, Wingate explores other evidence of Atlantis in South America and the Bahamas, including geographically out-of-place underwater ruins and buried magnetic ore. Investigating ancient records, such as the Mahabharata, he shows how a prehistoric nuclear war between the Atlanteans and the Aryans ultimately resulted in the sinking of Atlantis, and he uncovers the radioactive archaeological evidence left behind. Explaining how our ancient ancestors regretted their nuclear actions and destroyed or buried their advanced technology, entering into a self-imposed Stone Age, he shows how our civilization is headed down the same path and that only through "green" choices can we avoid the same fate as Atlantis.

📑 What's inside

  1. Introduction
  2. Part One Evidence of an Ancient Civilization
  3. Father Crespi's Treasure
  4. 1 Bimini Boogie
  5. 2 Atlantis in the Bahamas
  6. 3 First Visit to Crespi's Treasure
  7. 4
  8. Man, Whence, How, and Whither
  9. 5 The Sting
  10. 6 Farewell, My Friend
  11. 7 Dinner Conversation: A Boiled Fish Surprise
  12. Part Two The Misuse of Ancient Science and Technology The Voluntary Stone Age
  13. 8 The Mysterious Disappearance of Percy Fawcett
  14. 9 Legends of Atlantis
  15. 10 The Panecillo Laser
  16. 11 The Powerful Wooden UFOs
  17. 12 The Mahabharata
  18. 13 Time and the Atomic Latte
  19. 14 The Doomsday Device
  20. 15 Rocket Attack
  21. 16 The Fimbul Winter
  22. Conclusion Appendix One. Critias Appendix Two. Timaeus Appendix Three. A Deeper Look at the Crespi Collection of Cuenca, Ecuador, By Warren Cook and Warren Dexter Bibliography Index

💎 Expert review

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Wingate presents a meticulously documented collection of anachronistic artifacts, yet his arguments remain firmly rooted in speculation rather than empirical proof. This book is ideal for enthusiasts of theosophical history and alternative archaeology who appreciate detailed descriptions of golden relics and strange machines. However, it will likely frustrate readers seeking rigorous academic validation or those who prefer strictly evidence-based historical narratives. The text’s heavy reliance on prophetic visions may feel unsubstantiated to skeptics, making it a niche appeal for believers in lost high-tech Atlantean civilizations rather than a definitive scholarly work.
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Why this book is worth reading

Readers fascinated by the intersection of archaeology and mysticism will find this text deeply engaging. It offers a compelling narrative for those who question mainstream historical accounts and seek evidence of advanced ancient civilizations. By linking Father Crespi’s mysterious artifacts with the prophetic insights of Cayce and Besant, the book provides a cohesive, albeit controversial, framework for understanding lost Atlantean technology. If you enjoy speculative non-fiction that challenges conventional wisdom while weaving together disparate esoteric threads, this volume serves as an intriguing exploration of hidden histories and the potential remnants of a devastating global conflict.

⭐ Reader reviews

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⭐ Esoterica editorial review Editorial rating 4.5/5
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If you are captivated by ancient mysteries, the legend of Atlantis, or alternative archaeological theories, this book is for you. Seekers of hidden knowledge and those who question mainstream historical narratives will find a rich, provocative journey through forgotten eras.

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Esoterica Books editorial team

Wingate presents a meticulously documented collection of anachronistic artifacts, yet his arguments remain firmly rooted in speculation rather than empirical proof. This book is ideal for enthusiasts of theosophical history and alternative archaeology who appreciate detailed descriptions of golden relics and strange machines. However, it will likely frustrate readers seeking rigorous academic validation or those who prefer strictly evidence-based historical narratives. The text’s heavy reliance on prophetic visions may feel unsubstantiated to skeptics, making it a niche appeal for believers in lost high-tech Atlantean civilizations rather than a definitive scholarly work.

❓ Frequently asked questions

It's a vast collection of thousands of enigmatic artifacts, including golden plaques, strange machines, and carved stones, reportedly given to Father Carlo Crespi by indigenous Shuar people in Ecuador throughout the 20th century.
The author links the advanced and anachronistic nature of the Crespi artifacts to descriptions of Atlantean technology and culture found in the works of mystics like Edgar Cayce and Annie Besant, proposing Ecuador as a former Atlantean colony.

📖 Who should read this

If you are captivated by ancient mysteries, the legend of Atlantis, or alternative archaeological theories, this book is for you. Seekers of hidden knowledge and those who question mainstream historical narratives will find a rich, provocative journey through forgotten eras.

🎯 Key themes and symbolism

Ancient Lost Technologies

The book meticulously details Father Crespi's remarkable collection of artifacts, from intricate copper gears to mysterious machines, presenting them not as primitive relics but as remnants of a highly advanced, pre-cataclysmic civilization. It challenges conventional archaeological timelines, suggesting these items are proof of sophisticated engineering far beyond what history typically attributes to ancient South America.

Atlantean South America

Wingate connects the Ecuadorian findings directly to the legendary continent of Atlantis, drawing parallels with psychic readings by Edgar Cayce and theosophical accounts from Annie Besant. This narrative positions the Amazon basin as a key stronghold for Atlantean colonies, exploring how their advanced culture and eventual demise left behind tangible evidence in the region.

Revisionist World History

This work boldly reinterprets global history, proposing that a devastating ancient nuclear conflict between Atlanteans and Aryans shaped our planet's past. By examining radioactive anomalies in locations like the Bahamas and Pakistan, the author constructs a radical alternative timeline, inviting readers to question established historical paradigms and consider a much grander, more perilous ancient world.

📜 Historical context

This work sits firmly within the tradition of speculative archaeology and Atlantean studies, drawing on theosophical concepts and psychic revelations popularized in the early 20th century. It extends the narrative of lost civilizations by providing tangible, albeit contested, physical evidence, positioning itself as a modern proponent of ancient high-tech theories akin to Erich von Däniken or Graham Hancock.

📚 Glossary

Crespi Treasure
Atlantean
Shuar

📔 Questions to reflect on

  1. How might the existence of technologies like those in the Crespi Treasure alter our understanding of human civilization's true age and capabilities?
  2. If an ancient, advanced civilization like Atlantis existed, what lessons can we draw from its purported rise and fall, especially concerning technology and warfare?
  3. Consider the role of spiritual or psychic sources, like Cayce and Besant, in historical research. How do you weigh their insights against conventional archaeological findings?

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