This is the first book devoted to the social history of people with learning disabilities in Britain. Spanning the Medieval period to the establishment of the National Health Service, this volume illuminates and informs current debates.
'This book helps to fill an enormous gap in social history.' - University of Salford
'A good resource for students. It brings together an overview of changing perceptions, terminology, attitudes and provisions over centuries.' - Dorothy Atkinson, The Open University
'This book is an excellent resource for anyone involved in supporting people with learning disabilities.' - Nursing Times
'Some fascinating and also very moving descriptions.' - Community Care
