The Disquieting Death of Emma Gill

In the wake of a gruesome discovery in 1898 Bridgeport, Connecticut, the dismembered remains of a young woman prompt a frantic investigation to uncover her identity and the circumstances surrounding her death, focusing on Nancy Guilford, one half of a notorious married duo posing as doctors. As public interest swells, the narrative explores the social and cultural dynamics of the era that enabled the illegal and unregulated practice of abortion. Through a feminist lens, Marcia Biederman's "The Disquieting Death of Emma Gill" delves into the lives of both the victim and the alleged perpetrator, highlighting the consequences of societal control over women's bodies and choices.