"Men in black, mysterious figures in suits that appear after UFO sightings, have become a familiar part of our popular culture. However, as this book shows, the real men in black may be something much more sinister and terrifying than anything in the movies. The author reviews paranormal history, documenting cases in which UFO witnesses were intimidated and harassed into silence by unexpressive, shadowy individuals. After revealing classic cases uncovered in interviews, government files, and other sources, the author explores possible explanations for the creepy visitations. Enhanced with a wealth of resources for further information, young paranormal fans shouldn't miss this title"--Provided by the publisher.
General Note
Includes glossary.
Content Note
part I. The case files -- The mystery begins with Albert Bender (1945) -- Gray Barker joins the IFSB (1953) -- FBI involvement (1950s) -- Brad Steiger's tales (1960s) -- Mothman arrives in Point Pleasant (1967) -- Photographic evidence (late 1960s) -- Madmen and monsters (early 1970s) -- Doctors, dead ponies, and a man in brown (late 1970s) -- Colin Bennett meets Mr. X (early 1980s) -- Modern men in black (late 1980s and 1990s) -- MIB in the new millennium (2000s) -- Women in black (2000) -- part II. The theories -- Hallucinations -- Hoaxes -- Tulpas and vampires -- Tricksters -- Civilian investigators -- G-men -- Time travelers -- Demons and the occult.