Leading paranormal researcher, Neil Ward, explores some of the most puzzling mysteries of modern times in this enthralling guide. Ranging from unexplained disappearances to inexplicable natural phenomena to supposed incidents of time travel, Modern Mysteries explores some of the strangest events of modern times. Whether it is unsolved crimes or occurrences that seem to break every scientific law we know, the world remains full of mysteries whose explanations still elude us. In this fascinating book, you will learn about: * The mysterious 'Somerton Man', whose body washed up on shore with a coded message from the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam * The Dyatlov Pass Incident, where nine hikers perished after desperately trying to escape their tents from an unknown threat * The Dodleston Messages, when a new resident began receiving messages through his computer from what seemed to be a 16th-century spirit * The Oakville Blobs, a weird gelatinous substance that fell from the sky and left illness in their wake Illustrated with black and white images throughout, this intriguing guide interrogates the truths and speculations behind these surprising events and encourages you to come to your own conclusions.