Monsters

Explores how robots have been portrayed in film, art, and literature throughout history, discussing where the idea of robots first came from and the influence they have had on popular culture.

Explores the history and origins of mermaid legends, examines accounts of sightings and evidence for their existence, and discusses the creature's depiction in popular culture.

Describes the history of the Sphinx in Egypt; and explores how sphinxes are portrayed in other ancient cultures and in modern literature.

Explores the history and origins of Pegasus legends and myths and discusses the creature's depiction in popular culture.

Relates the story of the 1932 movie "The Mummy, " tells how actor Boris Karloff was made up to look like an ancient Egyptian mummy, provides information about real mummy discoveries, and looks at the monster's appearance in subsequent films.

Explores the history and origins of abominable snowman legends; examines accounts of sightings and evidence for the existence of yetis; and discusses the creature's depiction in popular culture.

Explores the history and origin of the Headless Horseman, and describes the legendary tale, the Horseman's defining characteristics and behaviors, other head-seeking ghosts, portrayals in popular culture, and more.

Introduces the characteristics of the monster Cerberus, its origins and lasting appeal.

Presents a brief study of dragons, how they are depicted in mythology, literature, and films.

Explores the history and origins of Big Foot, and examines some of the accounts of sightings, what is perceived to be a hoax, and the mystery behind the legends of Sasquatch.