Since, during storms, flames leap from the humid vapors and dark clouds emit deafening noises, is it surprising … - Plutarch

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Since, during storms, flames leap from the humid vapors and dark clouds emit deafening noises, is it surprising the lightning, when it strikes the ground, gives rise to truffles, which do not resemble plants?

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