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Plate Tectonics Are What Makes Earth Inhabitable

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Mysticism and Science: Blavatsky's Legacy

This chapter explores the intersections of religion, science, and mysticism in the 19th century, centering on Madame Blavatsky and her Theosophical ideas regarding lost continents like Lemuria. It discusses the cultural fascination with human origins and root races amidst evolving scientific narratives, including interpretations of evolutionary biology. Additionally, the chapter addresses historical connections to Doggerland and the archaeological insights gained from submerged landscapes.

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