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To what extent are myths and faith in magical objects and places based on scientific fact? In his latest work, Kaplan (Medusa's Gaze and Vampire's Bite: The Science of Monsters) examines this fascinating question. He contends that while our ancestors turned to magic and divine intervention to explain natural phenomena, their beliefs were grounded in close observation of the physical world. Topics covered include the causes of the ten plagues in Egypt as described...Log In or Sign Up to Read More