Examines the history of writings about the apocalypse, from ancient Jewish and Christian perspectives through social movements of the modern era, including the teachings of the Branch Davidians.
Contains short fiction stories by nineteen authors, including Isaac Asimov, Neil Gaiman, and Robert Silverberg, in which they explore different scenarios for the end of the world.
A collection of post-apocalyptic stories, examining social, physical, and psychological themes of survival from authors such as Stephen King, Octavia E. Butler, Jonathan Lethem, and George R. R. Martin.