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Heart-Rending Facts About Evelyn Nesbit, The Face Of The Gilded Age

Evelyn Nesbit’s undeniable beauty enchanted the masses, but for one man, it inspired a chilling, deep-seated obsession. While her famous features made her the darling of the Gilded Age, her dark secrets mirrored the era’s...

February 18, 2021 Sarah Ng


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