Memoranda Regarding The Royal Lunatic Asylum, Infirmary, And Dispensary Of Montrose (1841)

The book offers an in-depth examination of the Royal Lunatic Asylum, Infirmary, and Dispensary of Montrose, detailing the facilities, staff, and treatment methods of the mid-19th century. Richard Poole contextualizes mental health care within the social and political landscape of the time, making it a significant resource for historians and medical professionals. Additionally, it includes observations on similar institutions and an appendix addressing restraint in the treatment of insanity, highlighting its relevance in the history of mental health care.