Mary Toft; Or, The Rabbit Queen by Dexter Palmer
In 1726, in the quaint town of Godalming, England, a peculiar event captures the attention of both locals and the medical community. Mary Toft, a farmer's wife, inexplicably gives birth to dead rabbits, leaving the town's physician, John Howard, and his apprentice, Zachary, baffled. As these bizarre births continue, skepticism and curiosity draw renowned surgeons from London to witness the phenomenon firsthand. The situation escalates when King George himself takes an interest, summoning Mary and her doctors to the capital. Amidst the intrigue and growing doubts, Zachary finds himself navigating the complexities of a world far removed from his rural roots, while Mary remains at the center of a mystery that challenges the boundaries of belief and science.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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