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Apocalyptic Anxiety: Religion, Science, and America's Obsession with the End of the World,Used
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Apocalyptic Anxiety traces the sources of American cultures obsession with predicting and preparing for the apocalypse. Author Anthony Aveni explores why Americans take millennial claims seriously, where and how endoftheworld predictions emerge, how they develop within a broader historical framework, and what we can learn from doomsday predictions of the past.The book begins with the Millerites, the nineteenthcentury religious sect of Pastor William Miller, who used biblical calculations to predict October 22, 1844 as the date for the Second Advent of Christ. Aveni also examines several other religious and philosophical movements that have centered on apocalyptic themesChristian millennialism, the New Age movement and the Age of Aquarius, and various other nineteenth and early twentiethcentury religious sects, concluding with a focus on the Maya mystery of 2012 and the contemporary prophets who connected the end of the world as we know it with the overturning of the Maya calendar.Apocalyptic Anxiety places these seemingly neverending stories of the worlds end in the context of American history. This fascinating exploration of the deep historical and cultural roots of Americas voracious appetite for apocalypse will appeal to students of American history and the histories of religion and science, as well as lay readers interested in American culture and doomsday prophecies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Apocalyptic Anxiety'? A: 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' explores the American cultural obsession with predicting and preparing for the apocalypse, examining historical and philosophical movements related to doomsday predictions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' is Anthony Aveni, a scholar who investigates the roots of apocalyptic beliefs in American culture.
- Q: When was 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' published? A: 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' was published on May 2, 2016.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' contains a total of 268 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' is suitable for students of American history, religion, and science, as it provides valuable insights into the cultural roots of apocalyptic beliefs.
- Q: Does the book only focus on religious predictions? A: No, the book examines various movements, including religious, philosophical, and cultural aspects related to apocalyptic predictions, such as the Maya calendar and millennial claims.
- Q: What can readers learn from 'Apocalyptic Anxiety'? A: Readers can learn about the historical context of apocalyptic predictions, the development of these beliefs over time, and insights into contemporary doomsday narratives.
- Q: Is the book appropriate for general readers interested in American culture? A: Yes, 'Apocalyptic Anxiety' is written for both scholars and lay readers who have an interest in American culture and doomsday prophecies.
- Q: What notable historical events does the book discuss regarding apocalyptic beliefs? A: The book discusses events like the Millerites' predictions in the 19th century and various other movements, including Christian millennialism and the New Age movement.