Rhinoceros

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Ganda the rhinoceros became a sensation in sixteenth-century Europe, captivating kings, popes, and artists, including Albrecht Dürer, who famously depicted him. The book offers a whimsical exploration of Ganda's life and the expectations surrounding his species, intertwining historical narratives, bestiaries, and cultural references. It traces the evolution of the rhinoceros as a spectacle through various literary and artistic lenses, spanning from ancient texts to modern representations in media and pop culture.