A Curious Tale Emerges
In the 17th century, bizarre rumors of “pig-faced women” began circulating across Europe, particularly in England, Ireland, and the Netherlands. These women were described as having the body of a human but the face of a pig. According to popular belief, these women were cursed at birth or transformed by magic.
High Society and the Myth
The legend of pig-faced women reached a fever pitch in 1815 when rumors spread that a wealthy aristocratic woman in London had a pig’s face. Newspapers, pamphlets, and even ballads fueled the frenzy, with claims that the woman would marry anyone who dared spend the night with her.
Hoaxes and Sightings
Throughout the 19th century, the public’s fascination with pig-faced women grew. Wax figures and sideshow attractions were displayed, with people paying to see these so-called women. In 1861, one notorious hoax in Ireland was exposed when a supposed pig-faced woman was revealed to be a fake.
A Fading Folklore
By the mid-19th century, the legend slowly faded. Historians today see it as a mix of fear, fascination with physical deformities, and social anxieties about wealth and beauty.
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A Curious Tale Emerges
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