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Rule by Secrecy

Author: Jim Marrs
Publisher: HarperCollins
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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

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Sales Rank: 15374

Media: Paperback
Edition: New Ed
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Pages: 480
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Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 5.3 x 1.3

ISBN: 0060931841
Dewey Decimal Number: 909
EAN: 9780060931841
ASIN: 0060931841

Publication Date: April 4, 2002
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2 out of 5 stars

On shooting ones self in the foot June 27, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I immediately purchased a copy of this book having been so impressed by Jim Marrs other two works; 'Crossfire' and 'The Terror Conspiracy', both of which were meticulously researched and contained not one accusation that wasn't backed up by evidence which was corroborated by a second piece of evidence. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of 'Rule by Secrecy'. The first two parts of the book, entitled 'Modern Secret Societies' and 'The Fingerprints of Conspiracy' are very informative, particularly in relation to the influence of the Rothschild family in world events over the last 200 years, but by part 3 Marrs starts to lose the plot somewhat. The killer for me was his assertion that Sir Francis Bacon was secretly the author of William Shakespeare's dramas, claiming without hard evidence that Shakespeare's work betrays knowledge that a commoner simply wouldn't possess. The problem with that claim is that for the first 13 years of Shakespeare's life his father was a successful merchant and community leader who was able to provide his son with a good education, hence his knowledge of matters seemingly above his rank. After that, it was difficult for me to take this book seriously. I think one of the problems with 'Rule by Secrecy' as opposed to the aforementioned titles is that with 'Crossfire' and 'The Terror Conspiracy' there were clear objectives ie, trying to find the truth behind the JFK murder and 9/11, here the point is much more foggy. Surely, no-one is surprised to learn that a handful of wealthy families have enormous influence over governments, or that there exists inequality which the wealthy elite seeks to maintain? Perhaps the reason why Marrs starts to tail-off halfway through is that the further back in time he goes and the more scarce recorded history and hard evidence becomes, the more he starts to make connections that could be interpreted many different ways. Other problems abound: constant quotation of long-since discredited authors such as David Icke (the one who thinks the world is secretly ruled by lizard people. No, that wasn't a joke!) and Leigh & Baigent - authors of 'Holy Blood, Holy Grail' - who, since the success of 'The Da Vinci Code' (which was published after this book), have been torn to shreds by the academic community. On the subject of 'The Da Vinci Code', an entire chapter is dedicated to the mysterious Priory of Scion, which is now known to have been a practical joke concocted by a group of French surrealists in the Twentieth Century. A shame really, as not only do I recommend 'Crossfire' and 'The Terror Conspiracy', I IMPLORE people to read them! Not so 'Rule by Secrecy', which, although very tantalising, is simply not objective or well-referenced enough to merit any serious attention. Avoid!

4 out of 5 stars

Beyond the Looking Glass December 20, 2007
This book is a phenomenal read. Personally, I don't think everything in it holds water, but this kind of broad-spectrum investigative journalism is a rare thing in todays corporate media. Marrs manages to paint the picture, in broad strokes and in detail when possible, that it is INDEED possible to rule by secrecy. Why would anyone want to decieve the world like that? Look at the history of humanity abd you have your answer. This is after all a planet, were the "leader of the free world" is the grand-son of fascist who participated in a failed coup against Roosevelt ans was later condemned under the Trading with the Enemy Act (yes, Prescott Bush had close ties with Fritz Thyssen).

The wealth and power wielded by these groups will make think revolutionary thoughts.

Enjoy, but read with healthy sceptisism. This book is truly thought provoking.

5 out of 5 stars

Makes you wonder... February 10, 2004
31 out of 33 found this review helpful

This book is incredible. Anyone can fire off accusations of corruption to governments, but Marrs has researched this incredibly thoroughly. I know that sounds incredibly patronising but that's how I see it.

The final chapter details the theory of the 12th planet returning to our solar system, which is explored in his earlier book "Alien Agenda". If you're into conspiracy theories and not afraid to open your mind up to the shocking truth then you should check both of these books out. You'll never be the same again.

4 out of 5 stars Gripping... March 8, 2003
22 out of 30 found this review helpful

One I started this book, I just couldn't put it down! It details everything for anyone wanting to delve into the world of secret societies and conspiracies, from the kennedy assassination to the crusades. I was thoroughly entertained all the way through, so why did I give this only 4 stars?

Because the last chapter is just plain silly. It details the creation of mankind based on Sumerian myths and legends, and the author presents this as if it happened. This is just one example of how the author only presents one side of the story, and doesn't ever seem to even begin to think or even consider that perhaps some of this might not be true, or that some of the people he quotes might be a bit barmey (David Ike!).

I recommend buying this book, simply because it is so fascinating.

4 out of 5 stars The world is governed by many different personages. May 22, 2002
22 out of 25 found this review helpful

Pure genius. This book is both interested me from start to finish, but it has also opened my mind to other things that are going on behind the scenes. The history of the Knights Templar, The priory of Sion, and the CFR are all looked at, some in more depth than others. This book is really worth reading, even if it’s just to find out how incestuous the ruling classes and leaders of the old world, and the new world were and are.