The rise of 19th-century spiritualism reflects societal upheaval and scientific curiosity, offering insights into the beliefs and debates that shaped its legacy.
Rise of Spiritualism in the 19th Century: Context and Sources
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The Cadaver Trade in the 19th Century: Origins and Meaning
Medical advancements in the 19th-century cadaver trade reveal complex origins and moral ambiguities that continue to influence modern ethics.
The Fox Sisters and the Hydesville Rappings (1848): Context and Sources
Many believe the Fox Sisters’ mysterious rappings revolutionized spiritualism, but exploring their history reveals intriguing details worth uncovering.
The Hammersmith Ghost Murder Case (1804)
Witness how superstition and hysteria led to a deadly mistake in the 1804 Hammersmith Ghost Murder Case.
Devil’s Footprints: A Winter Mystery (1855)
Discover the eerie story of the Devil’s Footprints and uncover the secrets behind this baffling winter mystery that still puzzles historians today.
