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The Sunday Read: 'The Battle Over the Sea-Monkey Fortune'

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The Dichotomy of a Toy: Marketing Genius and Disturbing Beliefs

This chapter examines the controversial legacy of Harold von Braunhut, the mastermind behind sea monkeys, exploring his marketing brilliance and the dark aspects of his past. It contrasts the original kits with modern iterations, highlighting the complex relationship between nostalgia and the unsettling truths of their creator's identity.

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