Second Edition of a Discovery Concerning Ghosts: With a Rap at the "Spirit-Rappers

Published in 1864, 'Second Edition of a Discovery Concerning Ghosts' by George Cruikshank critiques the mid-19th century fascination with spiritualism and ghost phenomena. Through humor and sarcasm, Cruikshank challenges the credibility of ghost sightings and the cultural impact of ghost stories, arguing that many claims are fabrications or misinterpretations of natural events. The work employs clever illustrations and anecdotes, making it a notable commentary on the skepticism towards supernatural beliefs of its time.