It’s hard to believe that 16 years ago, if you were to use the phrase “The Walking Dead” with someone, you’d likely be met with disinterested shrugs. Of course, those more tapped into the world of comic books would likely understand you were talking about Robert Kirkman’s Image Comics series, but those people are in the minority among the general public. Now, it’s arguably harder to find someone who hasn’t heard of The Walking Dead, as the TV adaptation of the comic has become one of the biggest forces in pop culture.

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