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The Science Behind Zombies and Parasitic Manipulation

This chapter investigates the unsettling link between science and folklore through the lens of zombies, tracing their evolution from literary figures to symbols of oppression. It also examines parasitic influences in nature and contemplates the quest for life after death, including the contentious topic of cryonics.

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