Crop Circles: Wiltshire Origins to a Global Myth of Belief, Hoax, and Art

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Crop circles began as a 1976 hoax by Doug Bower and Dave Chorley and grew into a global mystery that blends folklore, mysticism, science, and conspiracy, with anonymous makers keeping the debate alive while proof remains elusive.

Crop Circles: The Art of the Hoax
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Crop Circles: The Art of the Hoax

They may not be evidence of UFOs, ancient spirits or secret weapons, but there is something magical in their allure