History In Five Minutes Podcast
HFM 040 | Where Did the Sea Monsters on the Edge of Medieval Maps Come From?
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 0:07:14
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Synopsis
Why do old maps have enormous serpents, giant squids, Krakken, and other terrifying creatures drawn on its edges? Were the oceans infested with mythological creatures in the past, or is there another reason for their appearance? We find out in today's podcast. Click here to read more about this topic via an article from the Smithsonian, which inspired me to record this episode. Like this podcast? Click here to subscribe to the podcast via iTunes TRANSCRIPT Click here to download the transcript to Episode 40 (PDF)
