Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing By: George Barton Cutten (1874-1962)
Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing is an extraordinary exploration of the history and evolution of mental healing practices throughout the ages. In this compelling book, George Barton Cutten takes readers on a fascinating journey through time, uncovering the various methods societies employed to treat mental disorders and improve psychological well-being. Cutten skillfully traces mental healing practices back to ancient civilizations, demonstrating how these techniques have continuously evolved and adapted over the centuries. The author showcases the ingenuity and resourcefulness of humankind when faced with the challenges of mental illness, highlighting the diverse range of approaches used by different cultures across time. One of the most captivating aspects of this book is the way in which Cutten contextualizes mental healing within the broader socio-cultural and historical framework. He emphasizes the influence of religion, philosophy, and societal norms on mental health treatments, shedding light on the intricate interplay between these factors and the ways in which ancient civilizations addressed psychological well-being. Moreover, Cutten's extensive research is evident throughout the book, as he meticulously cites various historical sources and scholarly works to support his arguments. This rigorous approach reinforces the credibility of the author's claims and enhances the overall depth and reliability of the book. The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the complex subject matter easily understandable to readers with varying levels of knowledge about mental health. Cutten strikes a balance between providing detailed explanations and avoiding overwhelming the reader with excessive technical language, making this book accessible to both professionals in the field and laypeople interested in history and mental health. While the book offers comprehensive coverage of mental healing practices spanning over three millennia, it occasionally skims over specific historical periods or cultures. At times, readers may desire a deeper analysis or exploration of certain topics, particularly when intriguing practices are introduced but not fully elaborated upon. However, this limitation does not detract significantly from the overall quality and value of the book. Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing is a captivating and illuminating read for anyone interested in the history of mental health practices. Cutten's meticulous research, combined with his engaging writing style, ensures that readers will be fascinated by the diverse range of methods humankind has employed to understand and address mental illness. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the historical roots of mental healing. First Page: THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF MENTAL HEALING by GEORGE BARTON CUTTEN, Ph.D. (Yale) President Of Acadia University Illustrated New York Charles Scribner's Sons 1911 [Illustration: BAS RELIEF REPRESENTING THE GALLIC ÆSCULAPIUS DISPATCHING A DEMON] Copyright, 1911, by Charles Scribner's Sons Published February, 1911 THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF Artemus Wyman Sawyer, D.D., LL.D. PRESIDENT OF ACADIA UNIVERSITY 1869 1896 HE HID FROM US HIS HEART WHILE WE THOUGHT THAT HE LOVED ONLY HIS STUDIES; WE LATER LEARNED THAT HE LAID EMPHASIS ON THAT WHICH HE LOVED ONLY LESS TRUE KNOWLEDGE, IN ORDER THAT HE MIGHT INTRODUCE IT TO THOSE THAT HE LOVED MOST HIS PUPILS. HE TAUGHT AS NONE OTHER CONTENTS CHAPTER PAGE I. Introduction Mental Healing 3 II. Early Civilizations 19 III. The Influence of Christianity 35 IV. Relics and Shrines 61 V. Healers 110 VI. Talismans 138 VII. Amulets 158 VIII. Charms 189 IX... Continue reading book >>

Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing By: George Barton Cutten (1874-1962)

Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing is an extraordinary exploration of the history and evolution of mental healing practices throughout the ages. In this compelling book, George Barton Cutten takes readers on a fascinating journey through time, uncovering the various methods societies employed to treat mental disorders and improve psychological well-being.

Cutten skillfully traces mental healing practices back to ancient civilizations, demonstrating how these techniques have continuously evolved and adapted over the centuries. The author showcases the ingenuity and resourcefulness of humankind when faced with the challenges of mental illness, highlighting the diverse range of approaches used by different cultures across time.

One of the most captivating aspects of this book is the way in which Cutten contextualizes mental healing within the broader socio-cultural and historical framework. He emphasizes the influence of religion, philosophy, and societal norms on mental health treatments, shedding light on the intricate interplay between these factors and the ways in which ancient civilizations addressed psychological well-being.

Moreover, Cutten's extensive research is evident throughout the book, as he meticulously cites various historical sources and scholarly works to support his arguments. This rigorous approach reinforces the credibility of the author's claims and enhances the overall depth and reliability of the book.

The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the complex subject matter easily understandable to readers with varying levels of knowledge about mental health. Cutten strikes a balance between providing detailed explanations and avoiding overwhelming the reader with excessive technical language, making this book accessible to both professionals in the field and laypeople interested in history and mental health.

While the book offers comprehensive coverage of mental healing practices spanning over three millennia, it occasionally skims over specific historical periods or cultures. At times, readers may desire a deeper analysis or exploration of certain topics, particularly when intriguing practices are introduced but not fully elaborated upon. However, this limitation does not detract significantly from the overall quality and value of the book.

Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing is a captivating and illuminating read for anyone interested in the history of mental health practices. Cutten's meticulous research, combined with his engaging writing style, ensures that readers will be fascinated by the diverse range of methods humankind has employed to understand and address mental illness. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the historical roots of mental healing.

First Page:

THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF MENTAL HEALING

GEORGE BARTON CUTTEN, Ph.D. (Yale) President Of Acadia University

Illustrated

New York Charles Scribner's Sons 1911

[Illustration: BAS RELIEF REPRESENTING THE GALLIC ÆSCULAPIUS DISPATCHING A DEMON]

THIS BOOK IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY

Artemus Wyman Sawyer, D.D., LL.D.

PRESIDENT OF ACADIA UNIVERSITY

1869 1896

HE HID FROM US HIS HEART WHILE WE THOUGHT THAT HE LOVED ONLY HIS STUDIES; WE LATER LEARNED THAT HE LAID EMPHASIS ON THAT WHICH HE LOVED ONLY LESS TRUE KNOWLEDGE, IN ORDER THAT HE MIGHT INTRODUCE IT TO THOSE THAT HE LOVED MOST HIS PUPILS. HE TAUGHT AS NONE OTHER

CONTENTS

CHAPTER PAGE

I. Introduction Mental Healing 3

II. Early Civilizations 19

III. The Influence of Christianity 35

IV. Relics and Shrines 61

V. Healers 110

VI. Talismans 138

VII. Amulets 158

VIII. Charms 189

IX... Continue reading book >>

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