Pollock and the Porroh Man
Short story by H. G. Wells first published in 1895, about a murdered witch-doctor whose severed head haunts the man responsible for his death.
A Catastrophe
Short story by H. G. Wells first published in 1895 about a struggling shopkeeper saved from bankruptcy by an unexpected legacy.
Girls Running, Walberswick Pier
Oil on canvas painting by the English impressionist artist Philip Wilson Steer (1860–1942).
Margaret Henderson, Lady Pittadro
Member of the Scottish elite who was accused then incarcerated for witchcraft in 1649, but died before her case went to trial.
The Obliterated Man
Short story by H. G. Wells first published in 1895, about a shy young man who becomes a drama critic, and the effect that decision has on his personality.
The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham
Short story by H. G. Wells first published in 1896, about a young man whose body is taken over by an elderly philosopher.
The Lost Inheritance
Short story by H. G. Wells first published in 1896, about the lost will left by a rich uncle.
Abbey lubber
Minor devil tasked with tempting monks into corrupt and lascivious behaviour.
Robert Huskisson, artist
English portrait painter particularly recognised for his fairy paintings.
The Flying Man
Short story written by H. G. Wells first published in 1895, about a British soldier who, trapped on a ledge, improvises a parachute to escape.