Zombies of Haiti: Tradition, Reality, and Myth

This book offers a skeptical and rational examination of the phenomenon of zombification. It challenges popular myths by providing alternative explanations grounded in science and cultural history. Drawing on research such as Milo Rigaud's work on the African origins of the zombie concept, the book explores how spiritual traditions from West Africa influenced Haitian Vodou practices. It also examines how the figure of the zombie has been reshaped and popularized through media, from academic studies to Hollywood films and documentaries. This balanced approach helps readers separate fact from fiction and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural significance behind the zombie myth.