Routledge Conquest of Mind: Phrenology and Victorian Thought

Explore the history of nineteenth-century scientific philosophy with Conquest of Mind: Phrenology and Victorian Social Thought. Originally published in 1975 as part of the Routledge Library Editions: The Victorian World, this academic study provides a deep look into how phrenology influenced British society. The book is divided into two clear sections. The first part tracks the spread and reception of phrenology in Britain, looking at how it served various professional fields and how it challenged traditional religious views. The second part examines how these ideas were applied to real-world social movements, specifically focusing on the areas of national education and prison reform. This title is a valuable resource for anyone researching the history of science, philosophy, or Victorian social structures. It offers a detailed perspective on how scientific theories shaped the social and institutional frameworks of the era.