Two successive lives are described as having been closely intertwined in dramatic episodes; the degree of corroboration is exceptional and has even drawn the comment ‘too good to be true’. The case and its implications deserve extended discussion. Professor John Poynton will introduce the general subject, and Roy Stemman will summarise the case and lead the discussion.

Please note: for this discussion, it is particularly important that those attending the meeting have read the paper in the Journal in advance.