Alien Information Theory: Psychedelic Drug Technologies and the Cosmic Game

This was an overall interesting and entertaining read. The author lightly covers topics from information theory, cellular automata and neuroscience to lay out a theory of what possibly reality is at its core. Gallimore takes you by the hand in understanding and constructing upon the required foundation topics. Later down the line, the author tries to show you under his model, how and why DMT shatters our constructed perception of consensus reality and replaces it with a completely foreign one.While I'm pretty happy with the first two thirds of the book, the last part seemed quite a stretch to entertain for a non-fiction book. Likening DMT to an alien technology embedded in our reality, and an intelligence test for evolved beings to communicate and integrate a transdimensional hypergrid is beyond what I'm willing to believe with the arguments given. At this point the author seems to ignore some basic logic premises such as correlation doesn't imply causation. An example of this line of though can be found by suggesting that since foetus have higher levels of DMT in their brain that would explain the "familiarity" experienced during a DMT trip and why the machine elves welcome you back to the DMT world with a celebratory uproar.Apart from the less positive points above, I still recommend the reading. I understand that the path taken near the end of the book might appeal to the more speculative kind of audience. Also, it's good to be able to read deviations from mainstream science which consistently fail to explain even the most basic premises about what is consciousness and reality at its core.Regarding the physical construction of the book (this review is of the hardcover version), it is nicely printed on thick pages. I wish the font was more clear though it adds to the retro feel of the illustrations, resembling the output from old dot matrix printers. The book is filled throughout with interesting and inspiring illustrations of the themes covered. My only gripe is that for a hardcover I'd expect the folios to be sewn together instead of being just glued to a softcover that is attached to the cover.In a nutshell, it's not perfect but good nonetheless. I'm honestly interested in finding out how the author view of the subject matter will change a few years down the line, hopefuly with more DMT scientific experiments under his belt. So, grab a copy and enjoy the ride!

If I'm honest it's hard going at points, but well worth it. I find myself having to reread chapters (and look stuff up) but it makes a fascinating read. The author is a polymath, drawing on subjects as diverse as particle physics, neurology, computer science, chemistry and biology and forming a brilliant and engaging hypothesis

This is one of the most difficult books to read I have ever owned. The subject matter is... dense, that is a given. In places it is a brilliant expose of the subject, with the occasional 'boggle' moment.However, I just can't read it - as in, read it! I would normally finish a title such as this in 3 days to a week - 20 days after purchase, I am on about page 65.I'm looking at it now, wanting to carry on, but the 'clever' 1980s Sinclair font, the blue squiggles, the white on black font...You can read this is in afternoon sun, if your eyes are feeling up to it, however, otherwise it is simply a struggle.I could only advise the Kindle edition - perhaps it is possible to read?As I finish this review, AIT is looking at me.I'd love to read it.If only I could see the text...

To that fine orical Rex great choice of guest sir.To the good Dr Gallimore marvelous text, most enlightening ideas.To future reader don't forget your and, or, not, exclusive or's. If you read Jung read this. Will get 2nd and 3rd read.

Blow your mind. You have to read it.

I can honestly state that this book is simply THE BEST I have ever read with regards to an easily understandable introduction to the "simulation argument". Andrew Gallimore approaches this subject in a totally revolutionary way in that the book itself, specifically by an amazing use of graphics, takes the reader through a step-by-step analysis of information theory and ends up with a mind-blowing exposition of how DMT-facilitated experiences allow access to the Greater Program. Beg, steal, borrow (or even better, buy) a copy of this important book. You will not regret it.

As someone interested in the subject but with little previous understanding, I found this book to be a great introduction to simulation theory. It was fun and informative, with a quirky approach to the design that made it a pleasure to read from front to back. Dr. Andrew Gallimore may well be on the verge of some great, ultimate truth.

If you've a serious interest in psychedelia and DMT phenomena, this is a must-read.