An absorbing look at the history and development of mental health care in Britain which has emanated from Bethlem hospital—one of the country’s first and mostnotorious ...

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This book will help to develop a social history on disabilities by providing a multidisciplinary overview of images of people with disabilities in Western history; promoting ...

Alphabetically arranged entries provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles, history, and influence of Islam.

Islamic law (the Shari'a) and its application is a central issue in contemporary Islamic politics and culture. Starting from modern concerns, this book examines the origins and ...