Sea Monsters Unmasked, and Sea Fables Explained by Henry Lee

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Author Lee, Henry, 1826-1888
Title Sea Monsters Unmasked, and Sea Fables Explained
Note Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Sea Monsters Unmasked" by Henry Lee is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the existence and descriptions of various mythic sea creatures, including the Kraken and the sea serpent, delving into their origins in folklore and the evolution of their depiction in literature and scientific discourse. The book seeks to separate fact from fiction regarding these legendary creatures, drawing on personal observations and historical accounts. The opening of the text begins with a preface where Lee expresses his intention to contribute to the existing body of literature on sea monsters, acknowledging the works of others who have tackled the subject previously. He references the historical fascination with creatures like the Kraken, detailing its size and habits as described by various writers, including Bishop Pontoppidan. Lee emphasizes that while these accounts blend fact with fiction, there is a possibility that some stories may have originated from real marine animals, specifically classifying them within the cephalopod family, such as cuttles and squids, thereby setting the framework for his later discussions on mythological sea creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Marine animals
Subject Cephalopoda
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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