Politics of Madness

Explore the intriguing intersection of politics and mental health in Politics of Madness by Joseph Melling, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2014. This compelling work delves into the social and cultural history of the English political and class system, providing a fresh perspective on the role of asylums following the establishment of a national asylum system in 1845. With 296 pages of insightful analysis, Melling examines the significance of psychiatric hospitals and their impact on society during the 19th and 20th centuries in Great Britain. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mental illness and the evolution of mental health care. Discover the complexities of the asylum system and its implications for the mentally ill in this thought-provoking exploration.