Fair Mile Hospital : A Victorian Asylum
by
Ian Wheeler
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0750956038
ISBN-13
9780750956031
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Imprint
The History Press Ltd
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 4th, 2015
Weight
320 grams
Dimensions
23.60 x 15.60 x 1.20 cms
Product Classification:
Local history
Ksh 2,700.00
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Fair Mile was more than just a psychiatric hospital; Drawing on county records, first-hand accounts and archive photographs, Fair Mile Hospital describes the ethos of the Victorian asylum builders and the development of the facility that treated thousands of patients over four generations.
Fair Mile was more than just a psychiatric hospital; it was an example of a nationwide network of ‘pauper lunatic asylums’, born of responsible Victorian legislation and compassion for the disadvantaged. It was a secure home to many of its patients and staff, and the community within its walls became an integral part of Cholsey, touching almost every household in the area. Drawing on county records, first-hand accounts and archive photographs, Fair Mile Hospital describes the ethos of the Victorian asylum builders and the development of the facility that treated thousands of patients over four generations. Relating changes in practice and personnel, and the difficulties of two world wars, this is a unique account of a hospital that did its utmost for those in its care.
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