Excerpt from Commission De Lunatico Inquirendo: An Inquiry Into the State of Mind of W. F. Windham, Esq., Of Fellbrigg Hall, Norfolk, Before Samuel Warren, Esq., Q. C., And a Special Jury, Upon the Petition of General Windham, C. B., Etc., The Uncle of the Alleged Lunatic, and Other Members of the Fami
Then were exhibited to the observation of the whole\ school, what afterwards increased with the progress of time - peculiarly dirty and nasty habits with respect to his person, and a strong propensity to express himself in filthy language. In 1854 he was removed to Eton, where it was hoped that the discipline of a public.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the case of William Frederick Windham, a young man who was the subject of an inquisition to determine whether he was fit to manage himself and his affairs due to mental incapacity. The author, drawing on sworn testimonies from Windham's family, doctors, and acquaintances, presents a detailed account of the alleged lunaticâs behavior and habits, providing a glimpse into the complexities of mental illness in the Victorian era. It demonstrates how Windhamâs condition impacted his daily life and relationships, raising questions about the nature of sanity, responsibility, and the societal treatment of individuals with mental health issues. Ultimately, the book sheds light on the challenges and complexities of understanding and managing mental illness, offering a valuable historical perspective on a condition that continues to affect countless individuals today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334102820_0
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