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Fossils in Classical Antiquity - what exactly was The Monster of Troy

Fossils in Classical Antiquity - what exactly was The Monster of Troy

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In this fascinating episode, we delve into the mysterious tale of the Monster of Troy—a creature described in ancient texts but often dismissed as myth. Was this "monster" simply a figment of imagination, or could it have been based on something real? We explore the possibility that the monster was inspired by ancient fossils discovered by the Greeks and Romans, whose understanding of prehistoric life was limited but still profound. Join us as we investigate the role of fossils in classical antiquity and explore how ancient civilizations might have interpreted the remains of creatures long extinct. Was the Monster of Troy an ancient fossil discovery wrapped in myth, or something more?

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