“In these contemporary, cinematic apocalyptic scenarios, human action, often based on stupidity or greed, directly or indirectly leads to an apocalyptic disaster.”

“But despite the apocalyptic warning that this passage contains, Southey seems hopeful that religion, common humanity, and common wisdom will prevail.”

“As 1831 drew to its conclusion, there may well have been some who saw in the happenings of the preceding months an almost apocalyptic turn of events.”