11. Scotland’s Most Notorious Serial Killers (Ep 1)
Journey Through Time
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Anatomy of Ethical Dilemmas
This chapter explores the complex relationship between medical advancement and societal ethics in 18th and early 19th century Edinburgh, focusing on the demand for human corpses for anatomical studies. It discusses the controversial practices of body snatching and the legal ramifications of the Murder Act of 1752, while reflecting on the cultural anxieties surrounding dissection. The narrative reveals how these grim realities shaped public perception of medical science and the moral conflicts faced by individuals regarding body integrity and resurrection.
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