For centuries, the phenomenon known as spontaneous human combustion has intrigued and baffled people. One of the most famous cases occurred in 1951, involving Mary Reeser, a 67-year-old widow in St. Petersburg, Florida. After her son failed to reach her by phone, he found her body almost completely cremated in her home, while the surrounding furniture and walls remained untouched. Authorities were perplexed, as the chair where she sat was undamaged, and nearby items showed no signs of fire. Spec