Historical Accounts and Interpretations of Unicorns

The hosts delve into the historical references to unicorns, starting from prehistoric cave art depicting one-horned creatures to early written accounts from the Indus Valley Civilization and biblical texts. They discuss the characteristics and interpretations of unicorns, exploring their depiction in ancient Indian texts and the writings of authors such as Aristotle and Pliny the Elder. The chapter also touches on the medical properties attributed to unicorn horns and the tragic end of Pliny the Elder during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.