Erich von Däniken

Erich von Däniken was a Swiss writer, ufologist, mythographer and photographer (1935–2026). He was born at Zofingen and died at Interlaken.

Also recorded as Erich von Daeniken.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Erich Anton Paul von Däniken.

Born at Zofingen in 1935, died at Interlaken in 2026.

In detail

Erich von Däniken studied at Collège Saint-Michel. the recorded working language is German.

The field of work recorded is pseudoarchaeology, ancient astronauts and non-fiction literature. Peter Kolosimo is recorded as an influence.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Beatenberg.

Works named in the authority record are Chariots of the Gods?

Distinctions recorded are Boulder Prize, Ig Nobel Prize and Goldenes Brett.

Chronology

Sources

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“Erich von Däniken”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q122965: Erich von Däniken
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