Mad Tales from the Raj

Colonial Psychiatry in South Asia, 1800-58

Autori

• Waltraud Ernst

Parametri

• 174 pagine
• 7 ore di lettura

• Razza, Razzismo

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The book offers an in-depth analysis of how mental illness was addressed by the British during the East India Company's governance in India, focusing on both colonizers and the colonized. It explores the historical context and policies implemented, highlighting the complexities of mental health responses in a colonial setting. This revised edition enhances previous findings, providing a broader understanding of the interplay between mental health and colonialism.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

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