“When anaesthetics were invented they were thought to be wicked as being an attempt to thwart God's will. Insanity was thought to be due to diabolic possession, and it was believed that demons inhabiting a madman could be driven out by inflicting pain upon him, and so making them uncomfortable. In pursuit of this opinion, lunatics were treated for years on end with systematic and conscientious brutality.”
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Bertrand Russell's Best
Bertrand Russell's Best is a curated collection of writings that highlights the intellectual contributions of one of the 20th century's most prominent thinkers. The book includes a selection of Russell's essays, lectures, and philosophical treatises, offering readers a comprehensive overview of his ideas on logic, mathematics, philosophy, and social issues. This compilation serves as an introduction to the depth and breadth of Russell's intellectual legacy. more
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Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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