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The Griffin and the Dinosaur
- How Adrienne Mayor Discovered a Fascinating Link Between Myth and Science
- Narrado por: Graham Rowat
- Duración: 38 m
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The Griffin and the Dinosaur
This is a very good review of a portion of Mayor's background and strategys. Interesting review.
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