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The book defines dystopia as a "spectrum of sociability" dominated by fear, paranoia, and the demonisation of "enemies," serving as the psychological and social counterpart to utopia’s ideal of enhanced friendship.

: Traces the prehistory of "enemies" through early concepts of monsters, the devil, witchcraft, and religious persecution. Part II: Totalitarianism and Dystopia Dystopia : a natural history : a study of moder...

A historical analysis of real-world "dystopian moments" in the 20th century. The book defines dystopia as a "spectrum of

This section examines the psychological and cultural roots of dystopian thought. This section examines the psychological and cultural roots

The work is structured into three distinct parts that bridge the gap between historical reality and fictional narratives.

: Surveys major despotic regimes, including Nazi Germany, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and Cambodia, through the lens of "political religion". Part III: The Literary Revolt against Collectivism An examination of how the genre evolved in literature.