Andrew Collins

Andrew Collins is a British journalist, broadcaster and writer known for his work exploring alternative history, ancient mysteries and supernatural phenomena. His books have focused on topics including ancient Egypt, human origins, and lost civilizations. Collins has authored numerous books including "From the Ashes of Angels," "Gods of Eden," and "Beneath the Pyramids." His work often examines archaeological evidence and historical texts to propose new theories about human prehistory and the development of civilization. His research has involved extensive exploration of ancient sites, particularly in Egypt where he investigated the Giza plateau's underground cave system. This work led to his book "Beneath the Pyramids" which documents these investigations and their potential historical significance. Collins contributes regularly to archaeological publications and has appeared in various television documentaries about ancient mysteries and alternative history. His background includes serving as an editor for gaming and technology magazines in the 1990s before focusing full-time on writing about ancient history and archaeology.

Readers appreciate Collins' detailed research and exploration of alternative archaeological theories, with many noting his ability to present complex historical concepts in an accessible way. Multiple Amazon reviewers highlight his thorough documentation and extensive citations. What readers liked: - In-depth investigation of archaeological sites - Clear presentation of technical information - Balance between academic content and readable style - First-hand accounts of site explorations - Extensive bibliographies and source citations What readers disliked: - Some find theories too speculative - Occasional repetition between books - Dense technical sections can slow the pace - Limited photographic evidence in some works - High price point of hardcover editions Ratings across platforms: Amazon: Average 4.3/5 across all titles Goodreads: 3.9/5 overall author rating "Beneath the Pyramids" - 4.1/5 (Amazon), 3.8/5 (Goodreads) "Gods of Eden" - 4.4/5 (Amazon), 4.0/5 (Goodreads) "From the Ashes of Angels" - 4.2/5 (Amazon), 3.9/5 (Goodreads)

Goliath - A discovery of an ancient Atlantis-like civilization leads to a journey across Egypt, uncovering evidence of advanced prehistoric societies.

Gods of Eden - Examines archaeological evidence of advanced ancient civilizations and their potential connection to extraterrestrial influences.

From the Ashes of Angels - Investigates the origins of human civilization through analysis of ancient Mesopotamian and biblical texts.

Gateway to Atlantis - Presents research suggesting Cuba as the location of Plato's Atlantis through archaeological and historical evidence.

Twenty-First Century Grail - Explores modern interpretations of the Holy Grail legend through historical documents and archaeological findings.

The Cygnus Mystery - Studies the connection between the Cygnus constellation and ancient monuments worldwide.

Beneath the Pyramids - Documents the exploration of cave systems beneath the Giza plateau and their potential archaeological significance.

Lightquest - Investigates unusual light phenomena through historical records and eyewitness accounts.

The New Circlemakers - Examines the crop circle phenomenon through historical documentation and field research.

Göbekli Tepe: Genesis of the Gods - Details the archaeological findings at Göbekli Tepe and their implications for understanding human prehistory.

Graham Hancock explores alternative archaeology theories and ancient civilizations, focusing on lost wisdom of prehistoric cultures. His work involves extensive research into megalithic sites and examines potential astronomical connections to ancient structures.

Robert Bauval investigates Egyptian architecture and its relationship to astronomical alignments. He developed the Orion correlation theory and writes about ancient Egyptian knowledge systems.

Adrian Gilbert writes about sacred geometry, ancient mysteries, and connections between different historical civilizations. His research connects architectural sites across cultures and examines esoteric traditions.

Robert Schoch examines geological evidence at ancient sites to propose new theories about human civilization's timeline. He specializes in studying water erosion patterns on monuments and questioning conventional dating methods.

Christopher Knight focuses on megalithic architecture and ancient measurement systems. His work investigates mathematical patterns in prehistoric structures and their potential astronomical significance.