Autism in History - The Case of Hugh Blair of Borgue (Paperback)

This case study is the result of a unique collaboration between a social historian and a cognitive scientist. It examines the enigmatic case of Hugh Blair, an eighteenth century Scottish 'laird' or landowner, whose arranged marriage was annulled on the grounds of his mental incapacity. Through an in-depth study of the evidence surrounding the case, the authors conclude that Blair, who was classed at the time as a 'fool', was in fact autistic.Writing in a lively and engaging style, the authors draw together witness statements from court records with a wide range of other documentation to set the sociohistoric scene for the case. This provides a fascinating context to which the latest theories on autism are applied.This book will not only intrigue both historians and psychologists but will also appeal to a wider audience for its study of this compelling and deeply affecting human story.

General

Imprint:	Blackwell Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2000
First published:	December 2000
Authors:	R Houston
Dimensions:	228 x 164 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	220
ISBN-13:	978-0-631-22089-3
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Social, group or collective psychology Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Psychiatry Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Cognition & cognitive psychology > General Books > Biography > General Promotions
LSN:	0-631-22089-5
Barcode:	9780631220893

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