The Powers of Psychiatry

The book is a hardcover first edition with a dust jacket that is worn, featuring noticeable tears and discoloration. The binding remains intact, but the jacket's condition reflects its age and handling. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or library markings, making it a valuable find for collectors.

"The Powers of Psychiatry" by Jonas Robitscher, J.D., M.D., was published by Houghton Mifflin Company in Boston in 1980. This first edition hardcover explores the intersection of psychiatry with social and forensic sciences, offering a critical analysis of the power dynamics inherent in psychiatric practices. Robitscher, with his dual qualifications in law and medicine, provides a unique perspective on the control and influence exerted by psychiatric institutions. The book is significant for its in-depth examination of the social aspects and implications of psychiatric control. Notably, this edition is scarce and sought after by collectors and scholars interested in the historical critique of psychiatric practices. The book is in fair condition, with the dust jacket showing signs of wear, including tears and discoloration.