Confessions Of A Neurasthenic

By William Taylor Marrs

Book Overview

""Confessions of a Neurasthenic"" is a memoir written by William Taylor Marrs, detailing his experiences with neurasthenia, a nervous disorder that was prevalent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book offers a personal account of Marrs' struggle with the disorder, including his symptoms, treatment, and the impact that it had on his personal and professional life. Marrs also discusses the cultural and societal attitudes towards neurasthenia during his time, shedding light on the misconceptions and stigmas surrounding mental health issues. Overall, ""Confessions of a Neurasthenic"" provides a unique perspective on the history of mental health and the challenges faced by those who suffered from nervous disorders in the past.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162953764
• ISBN13: 9781162953762
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"