A fictional race in central Africa, who lacked heads, and instead had eyes and mouths located on their chests. They were reputed to be savage cannibals, who dwell in the desolate wastes and "present the evil face of mankind." Blemmyes were a favorite entry in medieval bestiaries.
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Thursday, June 24, 2010
Blemmyes
A fictional race in central Africa, who lacked heads, and instead had eyes and mouths located on their chests. They were reputed to be savage cannibals, who dwell in the desolate wastes and "present the evil face of mankind." Blemmyes were a favorite entry in medieval bestiaries.
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