The Midnight Kingdom

The Midnight Kingdom explores how historical stories rooted in white supremacy, religious mythologies, and conspiracy theories have shaped the modern world and pose ongoing threats to democracy. Jared Yates Sexton examines the history of power, oppression, and myth-making from the Roman Empire to the present, highlighting how these forces continue to influence contemporary society. With a critical eye, the book considers the future trajectory of our civilization amid rising authoritarianism and inequality, urging a reckoning with our past to forge a more hopeful path forward.