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Argues that the theory of apocalypse has arrived at a new stage in our contemporary society
Intended for students, researchers and fieldworkers in the social sciences and political anthropology
Includes chapters on Max Brooks's World War Z, 9/11, bottom tourism, and the dark side of technology
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“Professor Maximiliano Korstanje weaves a brilliant reflective documentary of our terror-driven world culture, based on factual interpretations of seminal literature. Unlike any author, Korstanje uses a writing style of grounding his theoretical claims in diverse seminal works. No other author can shock and challenge our thinking like Korstanje with his customary extreme polarized claims dove-tailed into controversial yet realistic propositions. Reading his book will open your mind and stimulate your thinking about what new research we need to do to better understand and improve our fatalistically failing future (while there is still time to fix our global problems)” (Dr. Kenneth David Strang (Editor in Chief of Int. Journal of Risk and Contingency Management- State University of New York at Plattsburgh, US)
“The book: 'Terrorism, technology and apocalyptic future', is a must read. The topic is very broad and could be applied to any sector. More importantly, it is topically to the 21st century. Reading this book could help practitioners, researchers, students and anyone to understand key issues this world is facing. I strongly recommend the book.” (Dr Hugues Seraphin, Senior Lecturer; University of Winchester Business School, England)
“Zombie mythology calls for protection. Maximiliano Korstanje’s provocative book integrates traditional apocalyptic myths with contemporary issues that reflect new forms of terrorism, social control, popular culture, the politics of fear, and propaganda stigmatizing various “others,” including refugees, immigrants, racial minorities.” (David L. Altheide - Regents’ Professor Emeritus, Arizona State University, US- and author of Terrorism and the Politics of Fear, 2017)
“Korstanje interrogates the threats of terrorism and technology to modern society through the use of apocalypse theories. Based on inspired use of classical mythology and contemporary culture, he posits how technology can contribute towards the acceleration of the decline of humanity rather than the intent of improving society. This book is an important work in rethinking the impact of technology in society.” (Brett van Niekerk, Co-Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Cyber Warfare and Terrorism – University of Kwazulu Natal, South-Africa)
“Maximiliano Korstanje has gained a strong reputation for his critical engagement with the terror-inspiring conditions of the increasingly nonsensical twenty-first century. His new book furthers his argument that in accepting the official narratives for world events – narratives that have been promoted by government officials, mainstream media representatives, and some academics – is to willingly embrace fear and terror. In times where myths are the basis of reality, where Slenderman co-exists with climate change denial, fake news, and a decline in faith in democracy, Korstanje’s book is a timely warning to resist, think again, and make better decisions.” (Dr. Luke Howie – Deputy Director: Global, Terrorism Research Center- Monash University, Australia)
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Book Title: Terrorism, Technology and Apocalyptic Futures
Authors: Maximiliano E. Korstanje
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-13385-6
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Cham
eBook Packages: Political Science and International Studies, Political Science and International Studies (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG, part of Springer Nature 2019
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-030-13384-9Published: 26 March 2019
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-030-13387-0Published: 14 August 2020
eBook ISBN: 978-3-030-13385-6Published: 15 March 2019
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XV, 154
Topics: International Relations Theory, International Security Studies, Terrorism and Political Violence