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Agnes'S Jacket: A Psychologist'S Search For The Meanings Of Madness
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In A Victorianera German Asylum, Seamstress Agnes Richter Painstakingly Stitched A Mysterious Autobiographical Text Into Every Inch Of The Jacket She Created From Her Institutional Uniform. Despite Every Attempt To Silence Them, Hundreds Of Other Patients Have Managed To Get Their Stories Out, At Least In Disguised Form. Today, In A Vibrant Underground Network Of Psychiatric Survivor Groups All Over The World, Patients Work Together To Unravel The Mysteries Of Madness And Help One Another Recover. Optimistic, Courageous, And Surprising, Agnes'S Jacket Takes Us From A Codecracking Bunker During World War Ii To The Church Basements And Treatment Centers Where A Whole New Way Of Understanding The Mind Has Begun To Take Form.A Vast Gulf Exists Between The Way Medicine Explains Psychiatric Illness And The Experiences Of Those Who Suffer. Hornstein'S Luminous Work Helps Us Bridge That Gulf, Guiding Us Through The Inner Lives Of Those Diagnosed With Schizophrenia, Bipolar Illness, Depression, And Paranoia And Emerging With Nothing Less Than A New Model For Understanding One Another And Ourselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Agnes's Jacket'? A: 'Agnes's Jacket' explores the experiences of psychiatric patients, focusing on the stories of those who have been silenced and their journey towards recovery and understanding.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Gail Hornstein.
- Q: What condition does the book primarily discuss? A: 'Agnes's Jacket' primarily discusses schizophrenia, along with other psychiatric conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, and paranoia.
- Q: What unique perspective does the book offer on mental health? A: The book offers an alternative approach to coping with mental health issues, emphasizing empowerment and community support rather than viewing these conditions solely as chronic illnesses.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Agnes's Jacket' has a total of 326 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Agnes's Jacket' was published on March 17, 2009.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition.
- Q: Does the book include any personal narratives? A: Yes, the book includes personal narratives from psychiatric patients, highlighting their experiences and struggles.
- Q: What is the significance of Agnes Richter in the book? A: Agnes Richter is significant as her story symbolizes the voice of psychiatric patients, illustrating their resilience and the importance of sharing their experiences.