Newgate Prison was once London’s most feared place, home to daring escapes, grim legends and the terrifying Black Dog said to haunt cannibalistic inmates. Its stones may be gone but its stories remain unforgettable.

In the 19th century, certain books were bound in a specific type of leather made from human skin, obtained from individuals who did not consent to it. This practice, known as Anthropodermic bibliopegy, was prevalent between the 16th and 19th centuries. Doctors primarily bound these books, sourcing the skin from deceased patients or criminals who had been executed. Through advancements in technology, we have identified 18 books bound with human skin, although it is believed th