John Haslam was an English apothecary, physician, and medical writer renowned for his contributions to the understanding of mental illness. His meticulous case study of James Tilly Matthews offers the earliest detailed description of paranoid schizophrenia. Haslam's work provides crucial insights into the early conceptualization and classification of mental disorders.
Take a journey from your doorstep to distant lands. See a pond frog catching flies, a bear leaving its woodland den, and elephants grazing the African grasslands, as this delightful visual safari transports you through the varied habitats of the planet. Packed with lively illustrations to reveal our amazing natural world, this delightful factual picture book is perfect for a parent and child to read together or to explore independently.
Three short stories designed to help beginner readers grasp the vital link between letters and the sounds they represent.
A Letter to the Right Honorable the Lord Chancellor, on the Nature and Interpretation of Unsoundness of Mind, and Imbecility of Intellect, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.
Contributions to the Natural History and Physiology of the Human Intellect
Exploring the concept of a Sound Mind, the author emphasizes the necessity of understanding healthy intellect to accurately describe mental disorders. Recognizing the confusion created by various metaphysical theories, the author seeks to establish a personal perspective free from established authorities. This work aims to provide a foundational definition of mental health, creating a space for individual interpretations without competing with existing philosophies, thereby inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of the mind.
This classical book has been preserved and republished by Alpha Editions to ensure its significance endures for future generations. The text has been reformatted, retyped, and designed for clarity, avoiding the use of scanned copies, which enhances readability. The effort emphasizes the importance of the work throughout human history, making it accessible in a modern format.
A starter course for the very young that introduces English through play.
A Lift-the-Flap Book
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