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A History of the First Quarter of the Second Century of the Pennsylvania Hospital (Classic Reprint): Read Before the Board of Managers at Their Stated Meeting Held 9th Mo; 25th, 1876 - Couverture souple

J. Forsyth Meigs

 
9781331994497: A History of the First Quarter of the Second Century of the Pennsylvania Hospital (Classic Reprint): Read Before the Board of Managers at Their Stated Meeting Held 9th Mo; 25th, 1876

Synopsis

This book tells the story of the Pennsylvania Hospital, one of America's oldest and most respected charitable institutions. Tracing its origins to the 18th century, the book follows the hospital's evolution from a small infirmary to a sprawling complex that provides care for both the physically and mentally ill. The author draws on extensive archival research and personal anecdotes to paint a vivid picture of the hospital's staff, patients, and the evolving medical practices of the time. Through its detailed account of the hospital's history, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the development of American healthcare and the changing attitudes toward mental illness.

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