Medicine, Charity and Mutual Aid

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Focusing on charity recipients rather than donors, this book explores the dynamics of social control and cohesion, revealing the evolving relationship between providers and recipients. It highlights how the nineteenth century saw a shift from charity to public finance and mutual aid, transforming assistance sources. This transition enriched civil society, fostering democratization, empowerment, and social inclusion for marginalized groups, ultimately reshaping the landscape of social support and community engagement.