The Late Great Planet Earth by Hal Lindsey (1983-06-01) [Mass Market Paperback] Hal Lindsey

Description

Paperback cover has some wear along edges and corners. Page is ripped in half inside. May have highlighting. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-worn copy of Hal Lindsey’s “The Late Great Planet Earth” is a fascinating time capsule of the popular apocalyptic fervor that gripped America in the 1970s. Published in 1970, Lindsey’s book became an unexpected bestseller, tapping into widespread anxiety about the Cold War, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and perceived moral decline. Drawing on a literalist interpretation of biblical prophecy, Lindsey predicted the imminent return of Christ and the end of the world, fueling a wave of end-times speculation. While many of Lindsey’s specific predictions failed to materialize, the book’s enduring popularity reflects the powerful appeal of apocalyptic narratives in times of uncertainty. For collectors, this battered paperback offers a glimpse into a significant cultural phenomenon, while readers may find its historical context illuminating, even as Lindsey’s interpretations have been widely debunked.