Kentucky's First Asylum

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Focusing on the historical context, this book delves into the establishment of Kentucky's first asylum, highlighting its initial purpose as a care facility for society's unfortunates. Alma Wynelle Deese examines the Eastern Kentucky Asylum's development, detailing the contributions of key individuals in creating its medical school, law department, and lunatic asylum in Lexington. The narrative sheds light on the evolution of public perception surrounding asylums, providing insight into their complex legacy in American society.