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Ever wondered why some of the earliest maps and atlases feature fantastical sea creatures? Chet Van Duzer, renowned historian of cartography, explores this question in his fascinating book ‘Sea Monsters on Medieval and Renaissance Maps’. In this online talk, Chet will discuss the cultural significance of these legendary creatures, showing how they reflected conceptions of the unknown and mythology, as well as what they reveal about early geographic thought, and nautical navigation.
22 July 2025 / 18:00 – 19:00
Free / Suitable for all ages