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Notes from an Apocalypse: A Personal Journey to the End of the World and Back,Used
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Harrowing, tenderhearted, and funny as hell' Jenny OffillFascinatingOddly uplifting The Economist'Smart, funny, irreverent, and philosophically rich' Wall Street JournalBy the author of the awardwinning To Be a Machine, an absorbing, deeply felt book about our anxious present tenseand coming to grips with the futureWe're alive in a time of worstcase scenarios: The weather has gone uncanny. Old postwar alliances are crumbling. A pandemic draws our global community to a halt. Everywhere you look there's an omen, a joke whose punchline is the end of the world. How is a person supposed to live in the shadow of such a grim future? What does it mean to have childrennothing if not an act of hopein such unsettled times? What might it be like to live through the worst? And what on Earth is anybody doing about it?Dublinbased writer Mark O'Connell is consumed by these questionsand, as the father of two young children himself, he finds them increasingly urgent. In Notes from an Apocalypse, he crosses the globe in pursuit of answers. He tours survival bunkers in South Dakota. He ventures to New Zealand, a favored retreat of billionaires banking on civilization's collapse. He engages with wouldbe Mars colonists, preppers, rightwing conspiracists. And he bears witness to those places, like Chernobyl, that the future has already visitedreallife portraits of the end of the world as we know it. In doing so, he comes to a resolution, while offering readers a unique window into our contemporary imagination.Both investigative and deeply personal, Notes from an Apocalypse is an affecting, humorous, and surprisingly hopeful meditation on our present moment. With insight, humanity, and wit, O'Connell leaves you to wonder: What if the end of the world isn't the end of the world?
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Notes from an Apocalypse'? A: 'Notes from an Apocalypse' explores the anxiety surrounding contemporary global crises, such as climate change and pandemics, while offering a personal reflection on hope and resilience in uncertain times.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Notes from an Apocalypse' is Mark O'Connell, a Dublin-based writer known for his previous work, 'To Be a Machine'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Notes from an Apocalypse' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'Notes from an Apocalypse' published? A: 'Notes from an Apocalypse' was published on April 14, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in survival themes? A: Yes, 'Notes from an Apocalypse' falls under the category of Survival & Emergency Preparedness, making it suitable for readers interested in these themes.
- Q: What kind of insights does Mark O'Connell provide in the book? A: Mark O'Connell offers a blend of investigative research and personal narrative, sharing insights from his travels to survival bunkers and sites associated with the end of civilization.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is smart, funny, and philosophically rich, as noted by various reviews, making for an engaging reading experience.
- Q: Does the book address parental concerns in a crisis? A: Yes, the author, as a father, reflects on the challenges and hopes of raising children in a world filled with uncertainty and potential crises.
- Q: Is 'Notes from an Apocalypse' considered both personal and investigative? A: Yes, the book is both personal and investigative, blending O'Connell's personal journey with broader explorations of societal anxieties.