Published Oct 31, 2019
The Zombies That Walk Among Us
Delve into the eerie world of parasitic fungi with Ed Yong as he uncovers the fascinating real-life zombies in the animal kingdom, exploring their mind-control over insects and their crucial role in maintaining ecological balance, all while linking the phenomenon to our cultural fear of zombies.
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