Letter Addressed To The Chairman Of The Select Committee Of The House Of Commons, Appointed To Enqui

""A Letter Addressed To The Chairman Of The Select Committee Of The House Of Commons, Appointed To Enquire Into The State Of Madhouses"" is a historical document written by Thomas Bakewell in 1815. The book is a letter addressed to the Chairman of the Select Committee of the House of Commons, discussing the state of madhouses in England during the early 19th century. The letter provides a detailed account of the conditions and treatment of patients in these institutions, as well as the practices of the staff and management. Bakewell expresses his concerns about the lack of regulation and oversight in the industry, and calls for reforms to be made to improve the treatment of those suffering from mental illness. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the state of mental health care in England during the early 19th century and highlights the need for reform in the industry.To Which Is Subjoined, Remarks On The Nature, Causes, And Cure Of Mental Derangement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.