What were the risks involved in being a resurrectionist?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Resurrectionist
Resurrectionists, or body snatchers, faced numerous risks, including legal repercussions such as arrest and imprisonment for grave robbing. They also encountered physical dangers from angry mobs protecting graves, as well as potential violence from families of the deceased. Additionally, the moral and ethical implications of their actions could lead to social ostracism and psychological distress.