Did Victorians believe heavy drinking caused Spontaneous Human Combustion? Online and in-person talk

Join us for a captivating exploration of Victorian theories surrounding spontaneous human combustion! 🔥

Alcohol researcher and Victorianist, Dr. Pam Lock from the University of Bristol, will lead this intriguing talk at Arnos Vale Cemetery. Discover how these bizarre theories contributed to the development of the field of alcohol medicine, and hear about what famous figures like Charles Dickens thought of this phenomenon (spoiler alert: he believed!).

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Engaging discussion on Victorian views on spontaneous human combustion.
• Insights into the scientists and physicians who challenged these ideas and uncovered surprising truths about alcohol.

When: 10 oktober 17:00 - 19:00
Where: Swingtrain Bristol, BS4 3EW, United Kingdom

🔗 Learn more here

About Dr. Pam Lock:
Dr. Pam Lock has been researching Victorian fiction and culture related to alcohol for over a decade. She recently collaborated with the British Library on their 'Tales of the Weird' series, and her upcoming monograph, The Drunkard in Victorian Fiction and Culture, will be published next year by Edinburgh University Press. Don't miss this chance to tap into the past while enjoying a pint with local community events like 'Think While You Drink' and 'She Drinks Beer'.

🚫 No open flames, please!