ladies and gentlemen, in today's fascinating tale, we explore the antecedent of our most beloved animal, the sheep, an often underplayed character in the annals of agriculture, yet one with a design that has contributed surreptitiously to the fabric of our society. as we reinitiate our journey through the hidden pastures of history, let us not forget how these woolly creatures have shaped the course of farming and fashion with their gentle, surreptitious influence.