Excerpt from Brain, Vol. 4: A Journal of Neurology
One has recently passed from among us in the full ripeness of years and Of honours, who has left a deep impression upon our memories, of the force and versatility of his character, and-of the decided and sometimes original opinions which he had formed and maintained upon many of the subjects which fell within the scope of his wide influence. For in many of the most interest ing dramas which for many years past have been presented on the political or the forensic stage Sir Alexander Cockburn played one of the leading parts, and it especially fell to his lot to be engaged in contentions whose issues, if they have not greatly promoted the science of psychology, have at least gone far to shape and determine the practical question of the rela tions Of the insane with society and its laws, both with regard to their exemptions and their disabilities. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers an examination of insanity from legal, medical, and psychological perspectives, focusing on the related topics of criminal responsibility and testamentary capacity. The author explores the complex relationship between mental illness and criminal behavior, and discusses the challenges in determining whether an individual is responsible for their actions when suffering from a mental disorder. Using case studies and legal precedents, the book analyzes the concept of insanity and its relevance to the law, examining the historical evolution of legal doctrines and the ongoing debate surrounding the insanity defense. The author also delves into the complexities of testamentary capacity and the legal criteria for determining whether an individual has the mental capacity to make a valid will. This book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and psychological issues surrounding insanity, and its significance in both criminal and civil law. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331940982_0
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