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Why the story of the Vegetable Lamb was believed

Our weakness for misinformation is far from new

Why the story of the Vegetable Lamb was believed

TL;DR

  • The legend of the Vegetable Lamb, a sheep grown on a tree, was believed for centuries.
  • This tale illustrates a long-standing human susceptibility to misinformation.
  • The story's acceptance offers insights into belief formation and perpetuation.