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Episode 113: South Nashville Frankenstein
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In this episode, we explore the eerie tale of Knox Martin, a condemned man whose execution in 1879 in Nashville takes a bizarre turn, echoing themes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. From the grim discovery at his sister's cabin to Knox's chilling hanging witnessed by thousands, we uncover the shocking attempt to bring him back from the dead using electric current. As rumors swirl and history unfolds, we confront the dark legacy of medical curiosity and the exploitation of the condemned, delving into the timeless fascination with life, death, and the boundaries of human experimentation. Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding Knox Martin's electrifying resurrection.
For more eerie tales from South Nashville, please check out our book, "Southern Ghost Stories: South Nashville".
Please be sure to subscribe and leave a review!
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Manage episode 404623259 series 2810545
In this episode, we explore the eerie tale of Knox Martin, a condemned man whose execution in 1879 in Nashville takes a bizarre turn, echoing themes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. From the grim discovery at his sister's cabin to Knox's chilling hanging witnessed by thousands, we uncover the shocking attempt to bring him back from the dead using electric current. As rumors swirl and history unfolds, we confront the dark legacy of medical curiosity and the exploitation of the condemned, delving into the timeless fascination with life, death, and the boundaries of human experimentation. Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding Knox Martin's electrifying resurrection.
For more eerie tales from South Nashville, please check out our book, "Southern Ghost Stories: South Nashville".
Please be sure to subscribe and leave a review!
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