The Almosts: A Study Of The Feeble-Minded (1920)

By Helen MacMurchy

Book Overview

""The Almosts: A Study of the Feeble-Minded"" is a book written by Helen MacMurchy in 1920. The book is a study of the feeble-minded and explores the lives of individuals who are almost, but not quite, mentally deficient. MacMurchy examines the causes of feeble-mindedness and the impact it has on the lives of those affected. The book also discusses the social implications of feeble-mindedness, including the impact on families and society as a whole. MacMurchy's study is based on her experience as a physician and her work with the feeble-minded. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mental health and the treatment of the feeble-minded in the early 20th century.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: 1104477467
• ISBN13: 9781104477462
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"