The Borderlands Of Insanity: And Other Papers (1877) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437309249)

""The Borderlands of Insanity: And Other Papers"" is a collection of essays and lectures written by Andrew Wynter and first published in 1877. The book explores the boundaries between sanity and madness, and the various factors that can lead to mental illness. Wynter discusses the relationship between physical and mental health, the influence of heredity and environment on mental health, and the impact of social and cultural factors on mental illness. He also examines the history of psychiatry and the treatment of mental illness, including the use of asylums and other institutions. The book provides a fascinating insight into the Victorian understanding of mental health and the challenges faced by those struggling with mental illness in the 19th century.With Five New Chapters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Andrew Wynter
ISBN-10: 1437309240
ISBN-13: 9781437309249
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d