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Pure Allusions and Cultural References

When authors give shout outs to other great works, people, and events, it's usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Philosophical References

  • L. Frank Baum, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (16.42)

Historical References

  • Durrington Wall (2.2)
  • Bryn Celli (2.2)
  • Newgrange (2.2)
  • Dowth (2.2)
  • Knowth 2.2)
  • Maeshowe (2.2)
  • Hiroshima (28.37)
  • General Douglas MacArthur (28.39)

Pop Culture References

  • Mickey Mouse (1.26)
  • Disney World (1.26)
  • The Police: Every Breath You Take (7.4)
  • Red Lobster (28.36)