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274: The Lord of the Flies

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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Descent into Chaos: Parallels Between Cults and Fiction

This chapter examines the rapid breakdown of order in groups through the lens of Jim Jones and 'Lord of the Flies', emphasizing themes of power and dysfunction. It highlights the dangers of silence and complicity, as well as the moral implications of collective behavior in the face of chaos.

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