# A Short History of the Apocalypse by Frankie Boyle and Charlie Skelton

A Short History of the Apocalypse is a satirical book by Frankie Boyle and Charlie Skelton, presented as a guide to end-of-the-world scenarios. Its premise combines a future time traveller, apocalyptic topics and illustrations by Frank Quitely.

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- Market: AU
- Language: en-AU
- Currency: AUD
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics
- Price: 24.75 AUD
- Previous price: 34.99 AUD
- Discount: 29%
- Price checked: 2026-11-13T11:55:32.658Z
- Rating: 4.2 / 5
- Reviews: 82

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## At a glance

- The listing describes a comedic apocalypse guide framed as a debrief with a time traveller from the late 21st century.
- Topics include militias, billionaire bunkers, cannibalism and life after societal collapse.
- The listing credits illustrations to comic artist Frank Quitely.

## Pros

- Apocalyptic scenarios are approached through satire rather than presented as a conventional survival manual.
- The listing names two writers and an illustrator, giving buyers clear creative credits.
- A 560-page print length may suit readers looking for a substantial book.

## Specifications

### Publication details
- Publisher: John Murray
- Publication date: 12 November 2024
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 560 pages
- ISBN-10: 1399817728
- ISBN-13: 978-1399817721
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 505 g
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 4.2 x 19.8 cm

## Before you buy

- The apocalypse guidance and survival scenarios are presented as humorous subject matter. The listing does not establish this as practical or factual emergency advice.

## A good fit for

- Readers seeking satirical writing about Armageddon and social collapse.
- Fans of Frankie Boyle, Charlie Skelton or Frank Quitely.
- Buyers interested in a long-form humorous book with apocalyptic themes.

## Less suited to

- Readers seeking a factual preparedness guide or a serious survival manual.
- Readers who prefer sparse text or jokes used less densely, as some customer feedback says the density can work against the humour.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback is mixed on both the book's content and its humour. Some describe it as a riot of a read and find it very funny, while others are less impressed. One comment says the density of text and jokes works against the humour. That is relevant for a 560-page book built around apocalyptic comedy, especially for readers who prefer lighter or less densely packed humour.
- Positive themes: Some customer feedback describes the book as a riot of a read and finds the humour very funny.
- Negative themes: Some customer feedback is unfavourable about the content.
- Negative themes: One customer says the density of text and jokes works against the humour.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback varies on both the content and the humour.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is A Short History of the Apocalypse about?
The listing presents it as a comedic guide to apocalyptic scenarios, framed around a conversation with a time traveller from the late 21st century.
### Who wrote and illustrated the book?
The listing names Frankie Boyle and Charlie Skelton as writers and credits illustrations to Frank Quitely.
### How long is the book?
The listed print length is 560 pages.
### Is it a practical survival guide?
The listing presents the subject through comedy and satire. It does not establish the book as practical emergency guidance.

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## Images

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