Damnation Island: Poor, Sick, Mad, and Criminal in 19th-Century New York

"Damnation Island: Poor, Sick, Mad, and Criminal in 19th-Century New York" by Stacy Horn examines the lives of marginalized individuals in 19th-century New York, focusing on the infamous Blackwell's Island, a place that housed the poor, mentally ill, and criminal populations. Through historical research and personal narratives, Horn sheds light on the social conditions and institutional failures of the time. This paperback edition offers a detailed exploration of a significant yet often overlooked chapter in American history.