Author: Davis Mike
Place: New York
Publisher: The New Press
Year: 2002
Pages: 432
ISBN: 9781565847651
Source: Received from Naresh Fernandes
Keyword: Dead Cities
Shelf: C1R6
Accession No: B1417
Contents: Preface: The Flames of New York Part I: Neon West Part II: Holy Ghosts Part III: Riot City Part IV: Extreme Science Acknowledgments Index
Abstract: *Dead Cities and Other Tales* explores dystopian landscapes, haunted histories, and speculative futures through interconnected narratives. The book examines the decay of once-thriving cities, the lingering ghosts of the past, and the fractured souls left behind. Each section—*Neon West*, *Holy Ghosts*, *Riot City*, and *Extreme Science*—offers a unique perspective on societal collapse and technological excess. From the smoldering ruins of New York to the chaos of urban breakdown and the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition, the book reflects on the fragility of civilization, inviting readers to confront the beauty and terror of humanity’s relentless progress.