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Can our sexual desires be transformed?

In the 1950s, many psychiatrists thought that homosexuality could be reformed. One found that it couldn’t – and his discoveries led to a change in the law.

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Building a dream in the garden suburbs

In the late 19th century a ‘garden suburb’ promised a retreat from London’s dirt and crowds. See how this new concept was developed to appeal to the health concerns of the literary classes.

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The significance of safe spaces as refuges from racism

Beer writer David Jesudason discusses the impact racism has had on his mental health, and the consolation offered by pubs that feel truly safe.

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The extraordinary body of Evatima Tardo

Darling of 19th-century American freak shows, Evatima Tardo remained serene as she withstood crucifixion and the bites of poisonous snakes. But she took the secret behind her abilities to her grave.

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  • C.J.B. Williams: aortic valves
  • C.J.B. Williams, 1840: aortic valves
  • Harvey Williams Cushing. Photograph by W.(?)W.B.
  • C.J.B. Williams, 1840: rupture of mitral valve
  • Memoirs of life and work / by Charles J.B. Williams.
  • Memoirs of life and work / by Charles J.B. Williams.
  • Charles J.B. Williams. Photograph by Barraud & Jerrard, 1873.
  • C.J.B. Williams. Photograph by London Stereoscopic & Photographic Company.
  • 4 Stethoscope. A- telescopic, see Maw 1882. B- made of aluminium, like Hughe's but no record of material. C- unusual design, said to be 1845-1855. D- Italian, but like Williams.
  • The pathology and diagnosis of diseases of the chest; illustrated especially by a rational exposition of their physical signs. With new researches on the sounds of the heart / [Charles J.B. Williams].
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