Why is mandeville's book about travels to the holy land important to the concept of monsters during the 16th century?

Mandeville was a highly regarded and influential author during his time. He wrote his book to note down the "facts and knowledge" he had acquired during his travels, including encounters with monsters. However, sixteenth century explorers debunked his claims of monsters, eventually ending his credibility and career.

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Pope tried to help the bicycle gain popularity.

 Pope got involved in the arrest of three cyclists for defying cycling rules.

The excerpt tells about the Pope supporting on the case of bicycle drivers and supports for the legalization of the bicycle law to help those bicycle drivers to have their rights.