A Brief History of the End of the F*cking World

Do you sometimes feel like we're experiencing the end times, with one disaster after another? Rest assured, you're not alone in this sentiment. Throughout history, people have often shared the belief that their era marked the final chapter of the world. This book delves into the concept of the apocalypse and humanity's perpetual conviction that its arrival is imminent.Spanning thousands of years, the narrative introduces us to peculiar cults, false prophets, and collective hysteria. We encounter holy warriors anticipating the final days and individuals in suburbia hoping for an extraterrestrial rescue from a doomed planet. The journey encompasses periods dubbed the 'worst times to be alive,' overwhelmed by simultaneous pandemics and climate crises. Looking ahead, the book poses a daunting question: how might the world truly end? Beyond speculating about the apocalypse, the book explores how people coexist with ever-present threats like nuclear conflict or environmental degradation.Discussing the world's end is inherently about contemplating the conclusion of our own world—our fascination with doomsday scenarios embodies both our fear and desire for change, and ultimately, the hope we can derive from it. Praise for the Brief History series highlights its humor and wit: "Uproarious... with abundant good humor," according to The Times, and "Witty, entertaining, and slightly distressing" by Sarah Knight, author of "The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck." With endorsements from figures like Jeremy Clarkson and Mark Watson, and a commendation from the Telegraph, this book promises to be both engaging and thought-provoking.