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Behind the Bastards
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Exploring Artistic Expressions and Violent Acts
The chapter delves into the comparison of artistic expressions with acts of violence, citing specific instances of individuals who created music or writings that foreshadowed their later violent actions. It discusses the trend of individuals using art as a precursor to actual violence and the impact of such expressions on society. Additionally, it explores the concept of hyperstition, where fictional ideas can manifest into reality, and the challenge of differentiating between online rhetoric and real threats.
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