Meme Evolution Across Cultures

Exploring how memes transcend cultural and linguistic boundaries.

Intermediate

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Memes have a storied history that dates back long before the digital age. The term "meme" was first coined by biologist Richard Dawkins in his 1976 book, "The Selfish Gene," to describe an idea, behavior, or style that spreads within a culture. In the late 1990s, when internet usage began to surge, memes took a new shape, evolving into the humorous images and videos we recognize today.