Today I found out about one of the classic Post Apocalyptic novels i had not heard from before, Earth Abides. I read some reviews about it until i found this "Stephen King has stated that Earth Abides was an inspiration for his post-apocalyptic novel, The Stand" SHUT UP and take my money!!!! 2 minutes later and I had it ordered!

Earth Abides is a 1949 post-apocalyptic science fiction novel by American writer George R. Stewart. It tells the story of the fall of civilization from deadly disease and its rebirth. Beginning in the United States in the 1940s, it deals with Isherwood "Ish" Williams, Emma, and the community they founded. The survivors live off the remains of the old world, while learning to adapt to the new. Along the way they are forced to make tough decisions and choose what kind of civilization they will rebuild.

And while I was at it, also ordered World War Z... I almost feel ashamed on this forum I haven't read it :P