Idiots And The Efforts For Their Improvement is a book written by Linus Pierpont Brockett and originally published in 1858. The book discusses the education and treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities, commonly referred to as ""idiots"" during that time period. Brockett explores the history of the treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities, including the use of institutions and asylums. He also discusses the various methods and techniques used to educate and improve the lives of these individuals, such as the use of physical exercise, music, and manual labor. The book provides a detailed account of the efforts made by educators and medical professionals to improve the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as the challenges they faced in doing so. It highlights the importance of education and training for individuals with intellectual disabilities and advocates for their inclusion in society. Overall, Idiots And The Efforts For Their Improvement is a significant historical document that sheds light on the treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities in the 19th century and the efforts made to improve their lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.