Author of The Sirius Mystery, exploring claims of advanced ancient astronomical knowledge and its possible origins Explore their theories, books, and co...
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Credentials: BA Oriental Studies and Sanskrit; Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society
American author and independent scholar best known for his 1976 book The Sirius Mystery, which argues that the Dogon people of Mali possessed detailed astronomical knowledge about the Sirius star system that could only have come from contact with extraterrestrial visitors. Temple holds degrees in Oriental Studies and Sanskrit and has conducted research across multiple fields including the history...
Robert Temple is a alternative history researcher profiled on Ancient Origins Explorer. Explore their published works, fieldwork history, key theories, and connections to specific archaeological sites investigated throughout their career.