... , Jane Caputi describes the legendary fictional serial killer Freddy Krueger as an "unrepressed individual, a revolutionary figure who disregards and destroys traditional mores and values". I feel that Q_P_, the main character in Joyce Carol Oates" Zombie also fits the description of Krueger given by Caputi in her article. There are several instances of behavior and attitude displayed by Q_P_ in Zombie that I feel put him in ... afford to dwell on the past, because if he does he will be reluctant to attempt creating another "zombie", which he feels he must have. It is very evident throug...

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