W. T. (William Thomas) Stead
William Thomas Stead was an English newspaper editor who, as a pioneer of investigative journalism, became a controversial figure of the Victorian era. Stead published a series of hugely influential campaigns whilst editor of The Pall Mall Gazette, including his 1885 series of articles, The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon. These were written in support of a bill, later dubbed the "Stead Act", that raised the age of consent from 13 to 16.
King of the Jews: A story of Christ's last days on Earth
"King of the Jews: A Story of Christ's Last Days on Earth" by W. T. Stead is a narrative retelling of the final days of Jesus Christ, adapted from the...
By W. T. (William Thomas) Stead
Satan's Invisible World Displayed; or, Despairing Democracy A Study of Greater New York
"Satan's Invisible World Displayed; or, Despairing Democracy" by W. T. Stead is a critical study of social and political issues in Greater New York Ci...
By W. T. (William Thomas) Stead
Real Ghost Stories
"Real Ghost Stories" by W. T. Stead is a collection of psychic experiences and supernatural narratives written in the late 19th century. The text comp...
By W. T. (William Thomas) Stead