Inconvenient People

Name: Inconvenient People
Brand: Vintage Publishing

Vintage Publishing

Discover the dark secrets of Victorian England with Sarah Wise's "Inconvenient People: Lunacy, Liberty and the Mad-Doctors". This gripping non-fiction book delves into the disturbing phenomenon of false lunacy allegations and the sinister motives behind them during the Victorian era. Sarah Wise uncovers twelve shocking stories, revealing the darker side of the Victorian upper and middle classes, their sexuality, fears, financial greed, and fraudulence. Explore tales of rooftop escapes, daylight abductions, and fanatical cults, all while examining the threat posed by the rising 'mad-doctor' profession to English liberty. Key Features: * Explores the history of false lunacy allegations in Victorian England. * Uncovers twelve untold, shocking stories. * Delves into the darker motives of the Victorian upper and middle classes. * Highlights the threat to individual liberty from the 'mad-doctor' profession. Summary: Inconvenient People by Sarah Wise is a 496-page paperback that explores the history of lunacy, liberty, and mad-doctors in Victorian England, written in English.