Real Ghost Stories

A pioneering figure in investigative journalism, William Thomas Stead was a controversial Victorian newspaper editor known for his impactful campaigns at The Pall Mall Gazette. His most notable work, "The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon," published in 1885, advocated for raising the age of consent from 13 to 16, leading to significant legal reforms known as the "Stead Act." Stead's work not only highlighted social issues of his time but also established him as a key player in the evolution of journalism.