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Modern Myths. The Mercritis Epidemic
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This chapter delves into the depths of a fascinating and lesser-known urban legend - the Mercritis Epidemic. Join us as we explore the historical accounts, societal fears, and the enduring intrigue surrounding this mysterious phenomenon that claimed women were plagued by violent desires in the USA, turning them mad with rage. But the intrigue doesn't stop with the legend itself. We'll delve into the societal and cultural aspects of the Mercritis Epidemic, discussing how it reflects the anxieties, stereotypes, and restrictions placed on women during the time it emerged.
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Modern Myths is a series running alongside Urban Legends. Not all legends have enough information to justify a full chapter, but that doesn't mean they are not fascinating tales worth sharing. These smaller chapters will arrive in the week between Urban Legends' new chapters, giving you new content on a weekly basis during a season's run.
- Support the show and join the team at https://www.patreon.com/urbanlegends
- If you have more information or a correction on something mentioned in this chapter, email us at luke@lukemordue.com or click below.
- For more information on the show, to find all our social accounts and to ensure you are up to date on all we do, visit https://linktr.ee/urbanlegendsfolklore
56 episodes
Manage episode 394488936 series 2805424
This chapter delves into the depths of a fascinating and lesser-known urban legend - the Mercritis Epidemic. Join us as we explore the historical accounts, societal fears, and the enduring intrigue surrounding this mysterious phenomenon that claimed women were plagued by violent desires in the USA, turning them mad with rage. But the intrigue doesn't stop with the legend itself. We'll delve into the societal and cultural aspects of the Mercritis Epidemic, discussing how it reflects the anxieties, stereotypes, and restrictions placed on women during the time it emerged.
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Modern Myths is a series running alongside Urban Legends. Not all legends have enough information to justify a full chapter, but that doesn't mean they are not fascinating tales worth sharing. These smaller chapters will arrive in the week between Urban Legends' new chapters, giving you new content on a weekly basis during a season's run.
- Support the show and join the team at https://www.patreon.com/urbanlegends
- If you have more information or a correction on something mentioned in this chapter, email us at luke@lukemordue.com or click below.
- For more information on the show, to find all our social accounts and to ensure you are up to date on all we do, visit https://linktr.ee/urbanlegendsfolklore
56 episodes
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