The idea of ‘Mole People’ living underground is both urban folklore and reality. In Film and Television, they are usually appear as monster-like creatures.
The Mole People myth is thought to stem from urban myths. The are a number of video’s, articles and books on the subject suggest this is an American phenomenon, that occurs in particular within New York but also other large cities such as Las Vegas and Chicago. As shown in this short film ‘Tunnel People’ by Journeyman Pictures (2011).
Jennifer Toth wrote a book on the subject in 1993. Her claims have been contested by some since (here is a link to just one).
Physical Object borrowed from non UCL Museum collection. Available to view (Toth’s book is here in the British Library).
Digital Object – Online sources.
Physical Object available to view/buy.
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