apocalyptic literature

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apocalyptic literature

The apocalypse

a brief history
2010
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.

Everyday apocalypse

the sacred revealed in Radiohead, the Simpsons, and other pop culture icons
2002
Explores how various apocalyptic visions can be found in movies, literature, and rock music.

Bangs and whimpers

stories about the end of the world
1999
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.

Wastelands

stories of the Apocalypse
2008
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.
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