U. of Alabama Press
Titles appearing in Reference — Research Book News — August 2011
An insight into an insane asylum.
Camp, Joseph. (Library of Alabama classics)
U. of Alabama Press, ©2010 120 p. $19.95 RC464
978-0-8173-5651-4
In 1881 Methodist minister Joseph Camp was admitted to Bryce Hospital, an insane asylum in Eastern Alabama. After his five month stay at the hospital, Camp was inspired by the horrific conditions of Bryce to write this book chronicling his experiences there. This new publication of Camp's original book includes an introduction by John S. Hughs. Camp's story offers readers fascinating insight into the conditions of mental institutions during the 19th century. This book appeals to those with an interest in medical history. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
