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How to face the end of the world: an ancient guide for apocalyptic times

How to face the end of the world: an ancient guide for apocalyptic

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9780691262673
Princeton University Press
2026
232
Paperback
26893

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The ancient Greeks and Romans saw the end of the world coming—and used it to live better.
Discover how classical philosophers turned apocalyptic thinking into a guide for resilience and meaning.

Description

An anthology of ancient Greek and Roman writings on apocalyptic thought and humanity’s end, featuring original texts and new translations. Drawing on authors such as Hesiod, Plato, Lucretius, Seneca, and Epictetus, it explores classical views of cosmic destruction, natural disasters, and cyclical renewal while examining the origins of doomsday thinking. The collection considers how reflecting on catastrophe can encourage resilience, reduce fear, and offer insight into living meaningfully in the present.

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About the Author

Lucretius is the author of How to face the end of the world: an ancient guide for apocalyptic times, published by Princeton University Press in 2026, exploring themes of religion, philosophy, and political thought.

How to face the end of the world: an ancient guide for apocalyptic

The ancient Greeks and Romans saw the end of the world coming—and used it to live better.
Discover how classical philosophers turned apocalyptic thinking into a guide for resilience and meaning.

Description

An anthology of ancient Greek and Roman writings on apocalyptic thought and humanity’s end, featuring original texts and new translations. Drawing on authors such as Hesiod, Plato, Lucretius, Seneca, and Epictetus, it explores classical views of cosmic destruction, natural disasters, and cyclical renewal while examining the origins of doomsday thinking. The collection considers how reflecting on catastrophe can encourage resilience, reduce fear, and offer insight into living meaningfully in the present.

Praise and Reviews

Not available

About the Author

Lucretius is the author of How to face the end of the world: an ancient guide for apocalyptic times, published by Princeton University Press in 2026, exploring themes of religion, philosophy, and political thought.

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