Dance of the Damned

In the sweltering summer of 1518, a woman stepped into the streets of Strasbourg and began to dance uncontrollably. Within days, dozens joined her. By the end of the month, hundreds were dancing until their feet bled, their bones snapped, and their minds broke.Musicians were hired. Priests performed exorcisms. Physicians blamed overheated blood. Nothing worked.Inspired by the true and terrifying e...