The Disturbing Reasons We Invent Monsters

What makes a monster? From folklore to horror films, monsters reveal cultural fears, moral lessons, and human desires. Let's talk about what creatures like vampires, werewolves, and Krampus teach us about ourselvesโ€”and how monster theory helps us trace the line between humanity and the unknown.

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