End of Days: A Global Odyssey Through the Final Visions of Humanity
by Tony Yustein
Discover humanity's most profound and enduring visions of the end of the world.
In End of Days: A Global Odyssey Through the Final Visions of Humanity, renowned scholar and visionary author Tony Yustein delivers a sweeping, cross-cultural exploration of end-time myths, prophecies, and philosophies. From the deserts of ancient Judea to the sacred lodges of Native America, from India's temples to the Andes' highlands, Yustein uncovers how cultures across time have imagined the world's destruction - and its renewal.
This richly researched and deeply engaging book connects sacred texts, oral traditions, esoteric codes, and modern fears. With unmatched clarity and depth, Yustein reveals the shared symbols and moral lessons that unite humanity's apocalyptic stories.
Inside you'll discover:
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The cosmic battles and final judgments of the Abrahamic faiths: the Day of the Lord, Revelation, Qiyamah.
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The great cycles of time and cosmic dissolution in Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Taoist traditions.
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The eschatological visions of the Maya, Aztecs, Hopi, Norse, and other Indigenous cultures.
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The hidden codes of Kabbalah, Hermeticism, and Rosicrucianism, and their vision of renewal.
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Modern apocalyptic fears - climate change, AI, nuclear threats - seen through the lens of ancient wisdom.
Praise for Tony Yustein
Tony Yustein is one of the most ambitious and insightful voices in the study of comparative mythology, esotericism, and sacred traditions. His rare ability to weave vast bodies of knowledge into a compelling narrative sets him apart. End of Days is a landmark achievement - a work that will resonate with scholars, seekers, and general readers alike.
Who should read this book?
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Readers of Joseph Campbell, Mircea Eliade, Elaine Pagels, and Gershom Scholem.
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Anyone fascinated by ancient wisdom, esoteric traditions, apocalyptic myths, or humanity's future.
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Students and scholars of religion, mythology, anthropology, philosophy, and cultural studies.
Join this global odyssey and uncover what the world's final visions reveal about who we are - and what we might become.
