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Title:  The UFO Enigma - A Review of the Physical Evidence  

Author: Peter Sturrock
Edition: NA
ISBN: 0-466-52565-0
Date: 1999
Publisher: Warner Books
Binding: Hard Cover
Size approximately (inches): 6-1/4 x 9-1/4
Pages: 404

Book Condition: Good. Previously owned. 

Special Notes: NA

About the book*:

The UFO Enigma: A New Review of the Physical Evidence by Peter A. Sturrock is a comprehensive scientific examination of unexplained aerial phenomena. Sturrock, a professor emeritus of applied physics at Stanford University, organized a panel of scientists to assess the physical evidence associated with UFO reports.

chapter list from The UFO Enigma: A New Review of the Physical Evidence by Peter A. Sturrock, including all sections and chapter titles for full clarity:

Foreword – By Laurance S. Rockefeller

Preface – By Peter A. Sturrock

Part 1: History

1. Introduction

2. UFO History: 1947 to 1967

3. The Colorado Project and the Condon Report

4. Aftermath of the Colorado Project

Part 2: Presentations at Pocantico

5. Introduction to Pocantico

6. Photographic Evidence

7. Luminosity Estimates

8. Radar Evidence

9. The Hessdalen Project

10. Vehicle Interference

11. Aircraft Equipment Malfunction

12. Apparent Gravitational and/or Inertial Effects

13. Ground Traces

14. Injuries to Vegetation

15. Physiological Effects on Witnesses

16. Analysis of Debris

Part 3: Panel's Response

17. The Review Panel Process

18. Panel's Conclusions and Recommendations

19. Panel Recommendations Concerning Implementation

Part 4: Post-Pocantico Reflections

20. The GEPAN/SEPRA Project

21. Procedures for Analysis of Photographic Evidence

22. Atmospheric Phenomena

23. SETI and UFO Investigations

24. The Next 50 Years

Part 5: Case Material

25 Two Photographic Cases

26 Luminosity

27 Physical Traces

28 The Trans-en-Provence Case

29 The Mansfield, Ohio, Case

Appendices

This structure highlights how the book moves from a historical overview into a detailed, multi-disciplinary analysis of physical UFO evidence, and then on to scientific and policy implications based on the conclusions of the expert panel convened at the Pocantico conference. It's one of the most rigorously scientific treatments of the UFO phenomenon to date.

Key Themes:

• Scientific Analysis of UFO Reports: The book presents a systematic review of UFO cases, focusing on those with physical evidence such as radar data, photographs, and material samples. The panel evaluated these cases to determine their credibility and the need for further scientific inquiry.

• Distinguishing Explained from Unexplained Phenomena: While many UFO sightings can be attributed to natural or man-made causes, a significant number remain unexplained even after thorough investigation. These cases often involve credible witnesses and multiple forms of corroborating evidence.

• Call for Ongoing Research: Sturrock emphasizes the importance of continued scientific study of UFO phenomena. He advocates for open-mindedness and rigorous analysis, suggesting that dismissing unexplained cases without proper investigation hinders scientific progress.

The book serves as a bridge between anecdotal UFO reports and scientific scrutiny, encouraging a balanced approach to understanding these enigmatic occurrences.

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