A Sketch of the Life of Elizabeth T. Stone and of Her Persecutions by Stone

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Author Stone, Elizabeth T., 1811-
Title A Sketch of the Life of Elizabeth T. Stone and of Her Persecutions
With an Appendix of Her Treatment and Sufferings While in the Charlestown McLean Assylum, Where She Was Confined Under the Pretence of Insanity
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Summary "A Sketch of the Life of Elizabeth T. Stone and of Her Persecutions" by Stone is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the life of Elizabeth T. Stone, detailing her struggles with family, societal expectations, and her harsh treatment in a mental asylum where she was unjustly confined under the guise of insanity. The text highlights the themes of persecution, the influence of religious convictions, and the dire consequences of societal neglect towards vulnerable individuals. At the start of the narrative, Elizabeth introduces herself and her family background, revealing how she faced adversity from a young age, including the disownment by her father and the lack of maternal affection. She recounts her early ambitions and desire for education, leading to her conversion to Christianity. The opening segment details her eventual decline in health, her family's betrayal, and her harrowing experience of being institutionalized against her will. Stone vividly depicts the psychological and physical torment she endured in the asylum, questioning the motivations behind her confinement and expressing a profound sense of isolation and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Mental illness -- Personal narratives
Subject Stone, Elizabeth T., 1811-
Subject McLean Hospital
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EBook-No. 56407
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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