London and its Asylums, 1888-1914

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The book examines the significant role of politics in shaping mental health care management during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly after the 1888 Local Government Act. It focuses on London, revealing how local governance influenced mental health institutions amid broader societal issues leading to World War I. By situating London within global discussions on finance, welfare, and immigration, it highlights the intricate connections between mental health policies and prevailing ideological priorities of the time.