Treves wrote about Merrick’s life in his 1923 book The Elephant Man and Other ... Anne Bancroft and John Hurt in The Elephant Man This eventually included Brooks, who hit it off with the ...

Set in Victorian London, The Elephant Man is a compelling drama which explores the heights and depths of human emotion through the true story of the famous historical figure, John Merrick.

The only known surviving letter from Joseph Merrick, known as the Elephant Man, has gone on display ... letter he thanks her for some grouse and a book. It is on show at the Record Office for ...