The New Apocalyptic: Modern American Apocalyptic Fiction and its Ancient and Modern Cousins

This paper compares and contrasts modern American Christian apocalyptic fiction with two related genres, early Christian and modern secular apocalyptic literature. Starting with a description of early Christian apocalyptic literature, it compares these to the content, form, and function of the Left...

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Published in:Journal of religion and popular culture
Main Author: Bergen, Wesley J. 1960- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: University of Saskatchewan [2008]
In: Journal of religion and popular culture
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Summary:This paper compares and contrasts modern American Christian apocalyptic fiction with two related genres, early Christian and modern secular apocalyptic literature. Starting with a description of early Christian apocalyptic literature, it compares these to the content, form, and function of the Left Behind series. While the Left Behind series may not typify modern Christian apocalyptic fiction, its popularity places it firmly in the realm of pop culture.
ISSN:1703-289X
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of religion and popular culture
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.3138/jrpc.20.1.003