<p>In 1726 Mary Toft, a poor Surrey Woman, mysteriously began to gave birth to rabbits. She was branded a fraudstress and reviled country wide and was the ruin of a number of doctors. However, there is always more to the story. Join us as we explore the historical and cultural context that may have motivated England's notorious Mother of Rabbits. </p>

In 1726 Mary Toft, a poor Surrey Woman, mysteriously began to gave birth to rabbits. She was branded a fraudstress and reviled country wide and was the ruin of a number of doctors. However, there is always more to the story. Join us as we explore the historical and cultural context that may have motivated England's notorious Mother of Rabbits.

<p>In 1726 Mary Toft, a poor Surrey Woman, mysteriously began to gave birth to rabbits. She was branded a fraudstress and reviled country wide and was the ruin of a number of doctors. However, there is always more to the story. Join us as we explore the historical and cultural context that may have motivated England's notorious Mother of Rabbits.&nbsp;</p>

Episode 17: The Curious Case of Mary Toft, Mother of Rabbits

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A history podcast exploring the way disease shapes human culture. For each disease we will introduce the disease and how it functions, look at the historical record, and then highlight where it has appeared in and effected literature, music, fashion, food, and more. New episodes every other week.

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Episode 17: The Curious Case of Mary Toft, Mother of Rabbits

Episode 17: The Curious Case of Mary Toft, Mother of Rabbits