"Despite the universal fears of death and decay, American horror has become dominant through its unique historical trauma, primarily embodied by the Salem witch trials."
"American Scary is less a study than an annotated list, showcasing the forgotten writers who contributed to the genre's early popularity in American magazines."
"Dauber's reluctance to define 'horror' limits the discussion, often leading to intriguing choices but also to ambiguity in defining the genre's boundaries."
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