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The term 'idiot' is a damning put down, whether deployed on the playground or in the board room. People stigmatized as being 'intellectually disabled' today must confront variants of the fear and pity with which society has greeted them for centuries. In this groundbreaking new study Patrick McDonagh explores how artistic, scientific and sociological interpretations of idiocy work symbolically and ideologically in society. Drawing upon a broad spectrum of British, French and American resources including literary works (Wordsworth's 'The Idiot Boy', Dickens Barnaby Rudge, Conrad's The Secret Agent), pedagogical works (Itard's The Wild Boy of Aveyron, Sequin's Traitement moral, hygiene et education des idiots, and Howe's On the courses of Idiocy), medical and scientific papers (Philippe Pinel, Henry Maudsley, William Ireland, John Langdon Downs, Isaac Kerlin, Henry Goddard) and sociological writings (Mayhew's London Labour and the London Poor, Beames' The Rookeries of London,Dugdal's The Jukes), Idiocy: A Cultural History offers a rich study of the history and representation of mental disability.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Idiocy: A Cultural History'? A: 'Idiocy: A Cultural History' examines the societal interpretations of idiocy through artistic, scientific, and sociological lenses, exploring how these views have evolved over time.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Patrick McDonagh, who provides an in-depth analysis of the historical representations of mental disability.
- Q: What kind of resources does the book draw from? A: The book draws from a diverse range of British, French, and American literary, pedagogical, medical, and sociological resources to provide a comprehensive study.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Idiocy: A Cultural History' was published on November 1, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Idiocy: A Cultural History' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 380 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book offers a scholarly examination of idiocy and is suitable for academic study in fields related to health, disability, culture, and society.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: Does the book include any notable literary works? A: Yes, it references notable works such as Wordsworth’s ‘The Idiot Boy’ and Dickens’ Barnaby Rudge, among others.
- Q: What themes are explored in this cultural history? A: The book explores themes of stigma, representation, and the historical context surrounding mental disability.