1 / 7Doom and Bloom: The Case for Creativity in a World Hooked on Panic
Case World Hooked Panic: Doom and Bloom is a self-help book by Campbell Walker, also known as Struthless, about moving from feelings of hopelessness towards creativity and personal growth. It combines modern research and ancient philosophy with a staged approach covering groundwork, curiosity, focus, catharsis and rest.
At a glance
- Organised around the progression from Doom to Groundwork to Bloom.
- Explores how smartphones, sensationalism and social media can affect the inner and outer worlds.
- Presents curiosity, focus, catharsis and rest as skills contributing to creative practice.
Reference price: $34.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A clearly structured self-help approach links difficult experiences with personal growth and creative habits.
- The subject combines practical lifestyle groundwork with reflection on creativity and emotional states.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Hardie Grant Books |
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| Publication date | 13 May 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 176 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1761450565 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1761450563 |
| Weight listed | 463 g |
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| Dimensions | 16.51 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm |
Who is it for?
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Customer feedback describes the book as thought-provoking and engaging, praising its illustrations, humour, writing style, honesty and readability. The reported response is strongly positive, but ratings and customer impressions do not establish that every reader will find its self-help approach useful. Its creativity and personal-growth focus may appeal most to readers comfortable with a reflective, illustrated treatment of difficult experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers highlight the thoughtful content, illustrations, humour and readable writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Doom and Bloom about?
The book frames Doom as a sense of hopelessness and Bloom as a state of creativity. It describes groundwork for creating conditions where ideas can grow, followed by skills including curiosity, focus, catharsis and rest.
Who wrote Doom and Bloom?
The listing identifies Campbell Walker, also known as Struthless, as the author.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 176 pages.
