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Sleepaway camp's nostalgia economy

Today, Explained

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Campfire Chills: Nostalgia and Horror

This chapter examines the eerie connection between nostalgia and horror in the context of summer camp experiences, particularly through the lens of horror films and children's literature like 'Goosebumps.' The discussion highlights the complexities of summer camps as sources of both excitement and fear, while also addressing modern parental considerations regarding these traditional experiences.

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