For over a decade, I've been interested in Elizabeth Báthory, who allegedly killed dozens (if not hundreds) of girls in early 17th-century Hungary. I learned of her story through the band Ghost's song "Elizabeth," on their debut album from 2010; I've also seen a movie about the supposed serial killer. Despite the allegations and persisting... Continue Reading →
The Secrets of Life and Death
It was 2013 when I first learned about the infamous Elizabeth Báthory. My boyfriend (now husband) had introduced me to a Swedish metal band called Ghost, and their first album featured a song called "Elizabeth." I had no idea who the titular Elizabeth was, but then my boyfriend explained about the serial killer countess who... Continue Reading →

