In the 1980s there was growing interest in the topic of ageing and learning disabilities. First published in 1988, this book was one of the first on this subject. It examines epidemiology and mortality, and medical and psychiatric issues compared with non-disabled older people.
This 200th anniversary edition offers an illuminating and compelling account of the genesis of Hogg's masterpiece, and of the cultural, theological, geographical and historical contexts of this remarkable novel.
This 200th anniversary edition offers an illuminating and compelling account of the genesis of Hogg's masterpiece, and of the cultural, theological, geographical and historical contexts of this remarkable novel.
An account of a man haunted by the Devil in the form of his own evil double. Hogg's 1824 novel, set in 17th century Scotland, anticipates Dostoevsky's great dramas of sin, self-accusation and damnation by half a century.
In the 1980s there was growing interest in the topic of ageing and learning disabilities. First published in 1988, this book was one of the first on this subject. It examines epidemiology and mortality, and medical and psychiatric issues compared with non-disabled older people.
A new illustrated edition of the classic novel featuring Sumi ink paintings, cover, and interior design by Dmitry Samarov.