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The Peacock in Myth, Legend, and 19th Century History
Throughout history, the peacock has figured heavily in folktales and fables, as well as in countless superstitions that still exist today....
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The Last Ravens in 19th Century London
According to nineteenth century ornithologist William Henry Hudson, the last pair of wild ravens in London resided in a large elm tree in Hyde Park....
Read MoreBlack Tom, the Captain’s Imp: A 19th Century Seafaring Cat
For a brief time at the end of the 19th century, Her Majesty’s gunboat “Tickler” was the home of a mysterious cat by the name of Black Tom. ...
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