The Ultimate Atlantis Collection (Six-Book Edition) stands as a titanic assembly of speculative thought and historical inquiry, spanning the philosophical dialogues of Plato to the speculative fictions and assertions of Ignatius Donnelly, and beyond. This anthology encompasses a broad spectrum of literary styles, from the foundational texts of Western philosophy and early science fiction to detailed esoteric historiography, offering a comprehensive examination of the Atlantis mythos. The diversity and richness of the texts selected, including standout pieces that have shaped the discourse on lost civilizations, provide a multifaceted glimpse into the enduring allure of Atlantis across cultures and epochs. This collection draws from a distinguished array of authors whose backgrounds range from classical philosophy to the dawn of speculative fiction and theosophical studies. The convergence of these varied voices including Platos seminal works, Bacons visionary advancements, and Scott-Elliots theosophical insights mirrors the cultural and historical fascinations with Atlantis, reflecting the intersecting literary and intellectual movements that have long debated its legacy. This anthology, therefore, not only maps a literary evolution but serves as a cultural barometer for shifting understandings of myth, history, and the possibility of lost civilizations. The Ultimate Atlantis Collection offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of one of humanitys most captivating mysteries. The anthology invites a scholarly and curious audience to engage with the speculative, the philosophical, and the historical, prompting a reevaluation of what we understand about lost civilizations. For students, historians, and literary aficionados alike, this collection promises a journey through the complex layers of Atlantis lore, enriching ones appreciation for its persistent mystique and the diverse literary forms it has inspired. This volume is essential for anyone eager to dive deep into the Atlantic legend and the myriad ways it has influenced, and been shaped by, human thought and creativity.

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.

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This edition includes: The Original Myth of Atlantis (Plato) Timaeus Critias New Atlantis (Francis Bacon) Atlantis: The Antedeluvian World (Ignatius Donnelly) The Lost Continent (C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne) The Story of Atlantis (William Scott-Elliot) Atlantis ("island of Atlas") is a mystical island mentioned within an allegory on the hubris of nations in Plato's works Timaeus and Critias, where it represents the antagonist naval power that besieges "Ancient Athens". Plato's indications of the time of the events—more than 9,000 years before his day, and the alleged location of Atlantis—"beyond the Pillars of Hercules", has led to much scientific speculation. As a consequence, Atlantis has become a byword for any and all supposed advanced prehistoric lost civilizations. At the end of the story, Atlantis eventually falls out of favor with the gods and famously submerges into the Atlantic Ocean. Despite its secondary importance in Plato's work, the Atlantis story has had a considerable impact on literature. The allegorical aspect of Atlantis was taken up in utopian works of several Renaissance writers, such as Francis Bacon's New Atlantis. On the other hand, 19th-century scholars interpreted Plato's account as historical tradition, most notably in Ignatius L. Donnelly's Atlantis: The Antediluvian World. Many of his theories are the source of many modern-day concepts about Atlantis, including these: the civilization and technology beyond its time, the origins of all present races and civilizations, and a civil war between good and evil. Much of Donnelly's scholarship, especially with regard to Atlantis as an explanation for similarities between ancient civilizations of the Old and New Worlds.