The imaginary king who changed the real world - Matteo Salvadore
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In 1165, copies of a strange letter began to circulate throughout Europe. It spoke of a fantastical realm, containing the Tower of Babel and the Fountain of Youth— all ruled over by the letter’s mysterious author: Prester John. Who was this powerful ruler, and was he even real? Matteo Salvadore shares the legend of a mythical king who impacted the decisions of European leaders for 400 years.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Matteo Salvadore
- Director
- Anna Nowakowska
- Narrator
- Addison Anderson
- Producer
- The Animation Workshop, Bethany Cutmore-Scott
- Director of Production
- Gerta Xhelo
