Theory of the Sea-Serpent
Anon
Genre: | Essay, Drollery |
Subjects: | Monstrosities, Zoology, Charlatanry, Observation |
Considers that reports of the sea serpent suggest that humans have little 'regard for truth' but explains why it was reasonable for sailors to mistake a steamer for the monster. | |
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