Mania Collection (#3)

Pyromania
MODEL RELEASED. Pyromania or schizophrenia. Abstract image of the face of a man in flames, open-mouthed and shouting with an expression of rage or terror

Perphenazine antipsychotic drug, molecular model. This drug, marketed as Trilafon, Triavil and Etrafon, is a common treatment for patients suffering from psychoses

Speculation, 1845
The Railway Mania sets off a wave of speculation throughout Britain : disreputable people from the streets set themselves up as financial prospectors

Police Prevent Polka
Polka Mania : the Police intervene to prevent the perceived excesses of this immoral dance

Exhausted by the Polka
Polka Mania : the drawback of dancing with a man wearing spurs

Overdoing the Polka
Polka Mania : the alarming effects of over-indulgence !

Polka too Violent
Polka Mania : too violent for some !

Polka Disapproved 1844
Polka Mania : the perceived excesses of this savage dance are frowned upon by elders and authorities

Polka Mania, 1844
Polka Mania : an accomplished couple excite admiration in a ballroom

Mania / Rail Nightmare
The Government - well, Lord Brougham, at any rate - are haunted by the nightmare of railway speculation

Mania / Fleeing
Rash speculators flee to France to escape the recriminations of those who invested in their projects

Mania / Caught in Web
Rash investors caught in the web spun by the railway projectors with their fabulous schemes

Mania / Speculators
Railway speculators in Capel Court, a lane leading to the Stock Exchange, where dealers congregate to do business

Mania / Legal Battles
The proliferation of railway projects leads to legal battles, which must be resolved by Parliamentary committees, at great cost to the shareholders who invest

Mania / Railway Juggernaut
THE RAILWAY JUGGERNAUT OF 1845 Anyone who has any savings, offers them as a sacrifice to the speculators who serve as priests to the Great Railway God

Mania / Hudson as a Guy
Railway financier George Hudson, formerly known as the Railway King, is depicted as The Great Railway Guy after the collapse of his projects

Mania / Hudson Levee
George Hudson (1800-1871), a financier known as King Hudson for the dominant part he plays in the railway mania, is depicted holding a royal levee

Esquirol Patient - 2
One of Esquirols patients, suffering from acute mania. After his treatment Picture 2 of 2

Esquirol Patient - 1
One of Esquirols patients, suffering from acute mania. Before treatment Picture 1 of 2

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"From Tulipomania to Railway Mania: Exploring the Historical and Cultural Phenomenon of Mania" In 1637, the world witnessed an unprecedented craze known as Tulipomania, where people went into a frenzy over tulips, paying exorbitant prices for these flowers. This satirical event highlighted how they can grip society and lead to irrational behavior. Fast forward to more recent times, we find ourselves in the midst of other manias. Hudson Blamed and Hudson Off Rails depict instances where financial markets experienced extreme volatility due to speculative investments gone wrong. These events remind us of the dangers that come with unchecked enthusiasm. On a lighter note, David Cassidy's concert at White City Stadium in 1974 showcased another type - pop music hysteria. The audience scenes were filled with teenage fans like Joy Lynch and Julie Franks who couldn't contain their excitement for their idol, and are not limited to entertainment or finance; they have even been associated with historical events such as the witchcraft trials in Salem during 1692. George Jacobs' trial serves as a chilling reminder of how collective fear can spiral out of control. The Beatles' arrival in Liverpool for the premiere of "A Hard Day's Night" brought about yet another wave among fans who couldn't get enough of their beloved band. Manias also extend beyond human actions; nature itself has its moments too. Ryan Mania refers to a jockey who experienced both triumph and tragedy within horse racing – showcasing how even sports can become engulfed by intense emotions. Looking back further into history, Le triple Soleil de 1492 engraving reminds us that manias have fascinated people across centuries. Whether it be celestial phenomena or games like Cup and Ball Fair from the late 17th century, humans have always found ways to indulge in momentary obsessions, and are captivating and often perplexing phenomena that have shaped our world in various ways.