Best of the Spectator The Book Club: Dorian Lynskey
Apr 10, 2024
Author Dorian Lynskey discusses apocalyptic themes throughout history, from literature to movies, exploring societal fears and human psyche. He delves into the impact of the atomic bomb on science fiction and the evolution of the last man genre, highlighting the fascination with destruction and the end of the world.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Apocalyptic Beliefs Through the Ages
01:36 • 16min
Exploration of Bleakness, Annihilation, and the Human Psyche in Literature
17:22 • 1min
Exploring Perspectives on Humanity and Apocalyptic Themes in Literature and Movies
18:52 • 2min
The Impact of Atomic Bomb in Science Fiction
21:07 • 6min
Exploring the Evolution of the Last Man Genre in Literature
27:32 • 12min