Bethlem/Bedlam: Methods of Madness?

‘Bedlam’ has become a by-word for a wild and crazy place, but what is the historical reality behind a distinguished London institution? 

Roy Porter | Published in History Today Volume 47 Issue 10 October 1997

"The Prospect of Bridewell" from John Strype's, An Accurate Edition of Stow's "A Survey of London" (1720).

To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5.

Start my trial subscription now

If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in.

Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems.

Popular articles