Dungeons & Dragons & The Satanic Panic with Adrian Daub
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The Disappearance of James Dallas Egbert III
This chapter examines the disappearance of James Dallas Egbert III and how media sensationalism distorted perceptions of Dungeons & Dragons in the late 1970s. It traces the complexities surrounding Egbert's life, including his academic brilliance and struggles with substance abuse, while critiquing the focus on gaming narratives. The discussion also reflects on the cultural impact of the 1984 novel 'Mazes and Monsters' and its portrayal of gaming amidst the fears of the time.
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