Berkley Books. Hardcover with dust jacket. 50th Anniversary Edition, printed in 2018. Brand new condition. Hand signed by author on limited edition bookplate featuring an ancient drawing from Tassili in the Sahara which became one of the most famous visual symbols in the book. Certificate of Authenticity included.  

Erich von Däniken’s Chariots of the Gods? is one of the most influential and controversial nonfiction books of the modern era. First published in 1968, it introduced the Ancient Astronaut Theory to popular culture, the idea that advanced extraterrestrial beings may have visited Earth in ancient times and influenced early human civilizations.

In this landmark work, von Däniken reexamines ancient monuments, artwork, religious texts, and myths from around the world, suggesting that many of humanity’s greatest achievements may reflect forgotten contact with advanced beings. His ideas challenged traditional archaeology and history, sparking worldwide debate and inspiring generations of readers.

This special 50th Anniversary Edition includes a heartfelt foreword and afterword written by von Däniken himself, reflecting on the book’s creation, its unexpected global impact, and how its ideas have evolved over five decades. He shares personal insights into the reactions the book received, the critics it faced, and the readers who embraced its vision.