Describes the discovery of three animals once thought to be imaginary (the gorilla, Komodo dragon, and giant squid) and discusses the research being conducted to prove or disprove the existence of the Loch Ness Monster, Big Foot, and the Abominable Snowman.A half-dozen creatures of fact and fancy are studied, including the Loch Ness Monster, the Abominable Snowman, and Bigfoot, to determine whether they are hoaxes, superstitions, or real-life monsters