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Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net  a"Diary Written in the Provincial Lunatic Asylum" by Mary Huestis Pengilly is a poignant first-person account written in the late 19th century. This diary, which falls under the genre of memoirs, chronicles the author's experiences while confined in a lunatic asylum in New Brunswick. The book delves into the theme of mental illness and the treatment of patients within such institutions, highlighting the hardships and injustices faced by those labeled as insane.  The diary unfolds from the perspective of Pengilly, who recounts her daily struggles and observations within the asylum. She reflects on the unkind treatment from staff, her longing for freedom, and her desire for compassionate care. Interspersed with her personal sentiments are vivid descriptions of fellow patients, their backgrounds, and their plights, underscoring the shared despair and neglect experienced in the facility. As Pengilly navigates through her own feelings of desperation and hope, she becomes an advocate for humane treatment in mental health care, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding within the asylum system. The narrative ultimately serves as both a personal testament and a call to action for reform in the treatment of individuals with mental health issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aProvincial Lunatic Asylum (N.B.)  aMentally ill -- Care -- New Brunswick40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18398  c59784d59784