The turner diaries is an insane and widely condemned “novel” written by William Luther Pierce, who was a famous white nationalist and founder of the National Alliance. Published in 1978, the book is often described as a work of apocalyptic “fiction” and is a big part of white supremacist ideology. It follows the fictional character Earl Turner, who becomes part of an underground group called the “Organization,” dedicated to overthrowing the U.S. government. The novel talks about a violent revolution in which Turner and his allies involve themselves in acts of terrorism, including bombings and assassinations, to to end nonwhite populations and establish a white based state. The book’s themes revolve around racial purity, antisemitism, and the belief that the U.S. government has been overtaken by Jews and other minorities. It shows a world where the white race is in danger of being wiped out by a multicultural society, and the main character believes their violent actions are necessary for self protection. The novel’s description of race war, revolution, and the need for violent resistance to their enemies has made it a key text in far right, white nationalist, and neoNazi movements. While The turner diaries is fictional, its impact has been profound in real world radicalization. The novel has been cited as an inspiration for several real life acts of domestic terrorism, including the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, planned by Timothy McVeigh, who was reportedly influenced by the book. Because of its promotion of hate, violence, and utter insanity The turner diaries is very much considered dangerous and has been banned in many places. The book serves as a important reminder of how extremist ideologies can use literature to become radicalization and violence.