The Extra-Dimensional Universe: Where the Paranormal Becomes the Normal

This is a book by John Violette.Before going further, please note that this book is written with an average reader in mind. No special scientific or mathematical knowledge is required.Basically, the author's contention is that we actually live in a universe with 4 spacial dimensions, and what we perceive as time is motion in extra (fourth) dimensional space. In our present, usual state of consciousness, we cannot perceive this 4th spacial dimension, but, if our consciousness expands, the 4th spacial dimension is extracted from what we ordinarily perceive as time.For this to make sense, the author explains by analogy to beings living in one and two dimensional worlds interacting with two and three dimensional worlds, respectively. The book, Flatland by Abbott, explains this in more detail, and it may be helpful to read this short, but interesting work before tackling Violette's book.From his basic contention of an extra (fourth) spacial dimension, which also leads to a different time concept, the author takes the mystery out of the mystical experience, psychic phenomenon, UFO's (including abductions) and life after death. He notes how people who have experienced these phenomenon describe them in very similar ways; the 4th spacial dimension seems to be in the inside out direction. Their consciousness expands, at least temporarily, and they then can see this 4th spacial dimension, and the world they came from is a small part of the new world they enter.The book concludes with a chapter on extra dimensional theory and the new physics - quantum theory, string theory etc. It is written so that an average reader can understand, so don't panic if science is not your forte. Very interesting how this all fits together, and there is plenty weirdness here to keep readers entertained and get them thinking at the same time.I would have given this book 5 stars instead of 4, but I thought it was a little unclear here and there and could have been shortened in parts to make for better flow. I still highly recommend it, since the subject matter is so interesting.

I read the original edition of this book published by Bootlocker some years ago (copies of which sell for a remarkable price these days.) Upon reading this new edition I continue to be impressed. Do not mistake this for some trivial, fuzzy-minded, New Age vanity publication. I cannot think of another book that correlates and synthesizes so many important ideas into a single model."Our time is really motion in extradimensional space." This is a deceptively simple sentence, yet it speaks worlds. I have been reading everything available on the concept of a physical 4th dimension (as opposed to a mathematical abstraction) for two decades now. This book is not only the best summary- but it is the first in ages to break new ground.The basic premise here is that we (and literally everything else) are 4th dimensional entities intersecting with a 3 dimensional world. A profound correlary to this is: just because we no longer intersect does not mean that we no longer exist.The author addresses the subject on all levels- subatomic physics, cosmology, consciousness, and "unexplainable" phenomenon. His tie-in with the "perennial philosophy" is especially elegant. Of course, if you prefer hard science, then the revelation that Cerenkov radiation represents an "optic boom" analogous to a sonic boom is worth the price of the book- at least to me it was.Not only is a tight case made for the existance of a 4th dimension made, but a reason and a purpose is stated for why we are just now becoming aware of it in significant numbers- survival pressure and evolutionary response. It is pointed out that on almost every level ours is a threatened civilization, indeed a threatened planet. 4th dimensional perception results in an expanded consciousness that transcends petty materialism and leads to a spirit of unity and interconnectedness (since everything IS really connected to a greater whole.) More importantly, it represents somewhere to exist if we do manage to render this planet uninhabitable.This is the most significant book that I have reviewed in years- perhaps ever. I've read just about everything of significance in the bibliography. Perhaps that is just it, what you get out of this book is a measure of what you bring to it- yet I still believe that it can stand alone as an introduction for the intelligent, open-minded reader.

I am still in the process of reading Mr. Violette's book and am so impressed that I couldn't wait to finish before writing a review. His explanation for the extraordinary events that we encounter in our world seems to be one of the best I have yet to read. I do have a couple of questions I would like to ask the author (about animals living in a 2-D world), but when I contacted the publisher, I learned that Mr. Violette passed away in 2005. A sad loss to the world.

This book is great. I highly recommend reading it!

This booked opened my eyes and mind to the questions that have been nagging at me for a long time. It ties a lot of different aspects of the paranormal and religious techings together with theories that have been bouncing around in quantum physics (holographic universe & String Theory) and helps the reader comprehend what may be going on right before their eyes. I would highly recommend this book

Knowing this information strenthens one's belief in the immortality of man. I've read a thousand books - this has practically topped off my education - a great buy for the money.

This is an amazing book. Clarified Ouspensky's Tertium Organum for me. Although it was released in 2001 it is still relevant and the best explanation of the 4th dimension that I've read so far. I can't add much more to the existing reviews, I just agree with all of them. Was looking for other works by Mr. Violette but one review mentioned that he had passed away in 2005. A real shame, I would have loved to read more about his theories.