John W. Hoopes

A critical history of 2012 mythology

Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union 2011 John W. Hoopes 12 citations

Abstract The notion that December 21, 2012 will bring physical catastrophes, a transformation of consciousness, or even a New Age is an unanticipated and unintentional consequence of early speculation by credentialed academic experts. It has grown as a result of its subsequent interpretation through the lens of speculative, counterculture metaphysics by individuals with both academic and...