Ten Years and Ten Months in Lunatic Asylums in Different States by Moses Swan

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Author Swan, Moses, 1812-
Title Ten Years and Ten Months in Lunatic Asylums in Different States
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Summary "Ten Years and Ten Months in Lunatic Asylums in Different States" by Moses Swan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles Swan's deeply personal and harrowing experiences during his extended confinement in various lunatic asylums, detailing not only his own suffering but also the broader systemic issues he observed within these institutions. The overarching theme of the book is a critique of the treatment and conditions faced by individuals deemed "insane," revealing the often brutal realities of the asylum system. The opening of the narrative sets a stark tone as Swan recounts a particularly violent encounter with attendants shortly after his admission to the Marshall Lunatic Asylum. He vividly describes the physical and emotional abuse he endured, depicting a chilling atmosphere of cruelty and disregard for the humanity of the patients. Alongside his own struggles, Swan emphasizes the injustices faced by other inmates, painting a grim picture of the asylum environment where many were subjected to inhumane treatment without proper oversight or compassion. This introductory segment serves as a poignant prelude to a memoir that not only intends to shed light on personal trauma but also advocates for reform within mental health care practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Mentally ill -- Care
Subject Swan, Moses, 1812-
Subject Psychiatric hospitals
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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