Joseph Merrick
Joseph Merrick
Joseph Merrick (5 August 1862 – 11 April 1890) was an English man known for having severe deformities. He was first exhibited at a freak show as the "Elephant Man", and then went to live at the London Hospital after he met Frederick Treves, subsequently becoming well known in London society.
Pronunciation
Joseph Merrick: /ˈdʒoʊzɪf ˈmɛrɪk/
Etymology
The name Joseph is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Yosef, meaning "He will add". Merrick is a Welsh surname, derived from the Welsh personal name Meurig, which is a form of Maurice, meaning "dark-skinned".
Related Terms
- Deformity: A major abnormality in the shape of a body part or organ compared to the normal shape of that part.
- Freak show: An exhibition of biological rarities, referred to as "freaks of nature".
- London Hospital: A large hospital in Whitechapel in the East End of London.
- Frederick Treves: A prominent British surgeon of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, best known for his friendship with Joseph Merrick.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Joseph Merrick
- Wikipedia's article - Joseph Merrick
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