A Short Narrative of an Extraordinary Delivery of Rabbets, Perform'd by Mr. John Howard Surgeon at Guilford

"A Short Narrative of an Extraordinary Delivery of Rabbets, Perform'd by Mr. John Howard" by Nathanael St. André is a strange historical document recounting the alleged delivery of rabbits by a woman named Mary Toft, under the care of Mr. Howard, a surgeon. The account explores a supposed medical mystery where Toft seemingly birthed multiple rabbits, leading to an investigation by medical professionals, including the author. As the narrative unfolds, it presents the details of the deliveries and physical examinations, alongside growing suspicions about the authenticity of these events. The story captures the societal fascination and the conflict between belief and doubt within the medical community of the time, ultimately presenting a skeptical view of Toft's claims and highlighting the challenges of medical credibility during the 18th century.