IV published at least 6 books and many more were written about his ideas.
Yes, he published books.
It was all nonsense.
His ideas violate physical law as known.
Kind of like the hollow earth ideas.
He noted many myths, then fabricated his stories about planetary movement to fit the myths.
The only evidence was the myths.
So, he said Venus was hot. So?
Throw out enough Barbara Streisand, you are bound to get a hit or two.