Hospitalen i Skara stift

Description:

Asylums in medieval times were designed to nurture lepers. Later they became known for other purposes, especially the care of insane, and the church's role in the care of lepers was significant. This book presents the history of asylums in the Diocese of Skara.

subjects: Medieval Hospitals,  History,  Psychiatric Hospitals,  History, 17th Century,  History, 18th Century,  History, 19th Century,  Medieval History,  Mental Health Services,  Religion and Medicine

Places: Sweden,  Skara