Hannah Mary Tabbs and the Disembodied Torso

Hannah Mary Tabbs and the Disembodied Torso by Kali Nicole Gross explores a sensational 1887 murder case in Philadelphia that captivated the nation, involving a dismembered torso, controversial trial proceedings, and themes such as illicit relationships and domestic violence within the Black community. Using extensive archival research, Gross reconstructs the crime and trial, providing insights into the social and racial tensions of the post-Reconstruction era and shedding light on police practices and community violence through a detailed historical lens.