The Lives They Left Behind Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic by Darby Penney
Explore the poignant lives of those who once resided in a state hospital through the pages of “The Lives They Left Behind: Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic” by Darby Penney. This historical non-fiction book offers a glimpse into the personal belongings and stories of patients at a New York State psychiatric institution, as told through their abandoned suitcases. Discover the rich history of these individuals through detailed pictures and large type, accompanied by insightful narrative. This trade paperback unit is 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 1 inch in height, with 198 pages. Join the author in this immersive journey through the lives of those who left behind more than just their suitcases.
The Lives They Left Behind Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic by Darby Penney
This fascinating nonfiction book titled “The Lives They Left Behind: Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic” by Darby Penney and Peter Stastny, is a must-read for adults interested in mental health treatment in community settings in the 20th century. The book, published in 2008 by Bellevue Literary Press, features 198 pages filled with stories about the lives of ten patients who once inhabited a state hospital, Willard Psychiatric Center, overlooking Seneca Lake in upstate New York. The book is a trade paperback and is illustrated with photographs by Lisa Rinzler. Book is like new.