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Cultural Studies

A pervasion of zombies

by Maks Sipowicz
December 2014, no. 367

Zombies by Jennifer Rutherford

Routledge (Taylor & Francis), $19.95 pb, 111 pp

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In recent times the figure of the zombie has pervaded modern culture. Despite their origins as macabre creatures from Haitian myths, and then their modern cultural origins in B-grade horror films, zombies have established themselves as an important element of modern mythology. Jennifer Rutherford’s book aims to explore the reasons for our society’s obsession with these decaying entities.

 


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Zombies by Jennifer Rutherford

Routledge (Taylor & Francis), $19.95 pb, 111 pp

ABR receives a commission on items purchased through this link. All ABR reviews are fully independent.

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