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On the different forms of insanity in relation to jurisprudence, designed for the use of persons concerned in legal questions regarding unsoundness of mind.
Publication Details
London: Hippolyte Baillière, 1842 CE.
In this book Prichard presented his arguments for introducing the concept of diminished responsibility and irresistable impulse into the legal precedents. Hunter & McAlpine, 836-42.
Digital facsimile from the Wellcome Collection at this link.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #13121 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/15377 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | on-the-different-forms-of-insanity-in-relation-to-jurisprudence |
Geographic Context
Publication place: London