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A Special Hell

Institutional Life in Alberta's Eugenic Years

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320 pages
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The book reveals the troubling history of the Michener Centre in Red Deer, Alberta, focusing on the treatment of individuals labeled as “mentally defective.” Through rare interviews with former inmates and staff, along with institutional records and government archives, Claudia Malacrida uncovers the harsh realities faced by these vulnerable populations, shedding light on a significant yet often overlooked chapter in mental health care history.

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A Special Hell, Claudia Malacrida

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