
Spring Heeled Jack - The Terror of London. Illustration from a comic book c. 1904
The story of Spring Heeled Jack begins rather innocently as a simple rumor starting in the south western area of London, early 19th century.&nbsp; Beginning in 1837, citizens began reporting sightings of a figure who could seem to leap across entire streets in one bound and over ten foot hedges with scary speed and precision.&nbsp; Dressed in black and often taking on demonic features, Spring Heeled Jack&rsquo;s eyes glowed like &ldquo;red balls of fire&rdquo; and was often seen breathing blue flames through his nostrils and mouth
