Lo!

Lo! is a book by Charles Fort, first published in 1931. In this compelling work, Fort gathers hundreds of reports of strange and anomalous phenomena—from mysterious astronomical observations to unexplained falls, disappearances, and incidents that sit outside conventional scientific explanation.

Written in his characteristic polemical style, the book urges readers to question scientific certainty and to remain curious about UFO sightings, teleportation reports, and other uncanny events that form the backbone of Fortean literature. Fort’s attitude is both combative and inquisitive: he ridicules easy dismissals, challenges the assumptions of orthodox science, and occasionally advances bold alternative conjectures.

The book’s skeptical and provocative voice helped shape later interest in anomalistics, cryptozoology, and the paranormal. It remains a touchstone for anyone exploring unexplained phenomena, Fortean studies, or the history of fringe science.