Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-305) and index.
Contents
Introducting Architeuthis -- Is the sea monster a giant squid? -- The biology of squids, giant and otherwise -- By what name shall we call the giant squid? -- Architeuthis appears -- What do we know about Architeuthis? -- Battle of the giants -- The giant squid in literature and cinema -- The models of Architeuthis -- Authenticated giant squid sightings and standings.
Summary
Presents a study of the mythology and biology of the real deep sea monster Architeuthis.