Without this question we would likely never have had the chance to experience all the amazing sci-fi adventures that fill our books and screens – can you imagine a world without the influence of H.G. Wells? While you might think this could be a simple compendium of UFO sightings, Rahman manages to provide a wide range of information in a manner which is easy to digest despite its scientific roots. Definitely food for thought while we watch the sk There are many questions which may never be answered, but some are more burning than others. Perhaps the biggest question after ‘what is the meaning of life?’ (42, obviously) is the contemplation on whether or not we are the only planet that contains sentient life. Without this question we would likely never have had the chance to experience all the amazing sci-fi adventures that fill our books and screens – can you imagine a world without the influence of H.G. Wells? Obaidur Rahman wants us to see that there is more to this than wishful fantasy and his passion for the subject comes through in the depth and range of his research. While you might think this could be a simple compendium of UFO sightings, Rahman manages to provide a wide range of information in a manner which is easy to digest despite its scientific roots. Definitely food for thought while we watch the skies.
Originally published in Weed World magazine issue 127
