About the Author

Ainsley Hawthorn, PhD, is a cultural historian and sensory scholar who writes about forgotten events, curious folklore, and the surprising connections between past and present. She has contributed to National Geographic, The Washington Post, CBC, and Psychology Today and has been quoted by media outlets around the world, including Newsweek, El Mundo, Bored Panda, AARP, and Breakfast Television. Dr. Hawthorn is available for interviews, speaking engagements, writing assignments, and workshops.