Articles
The Influence of the Royal Albert on an Australian Institution for People with Learning Disability
The Influence of the Royal Albert on an Australian Institution for People with Learning Disability
Dr. Lee-Ann Monk
Importance of Telling Stories
Increasingly in the last few years former residents of long stay institutions for people with learning difficulties have shared their history. This article draws together some of their reflections about this process.
Reminiscence and Resistance at the Royal Albert - Harriet Wheelock
This article explores the significance of Royal Albert songs and rhymes of resistance recited by former residents in reminiscence groups.
Oral History (General) Bibliography
Broken Gleams
This pamphlet, 'Broken Gleams' was written by C Wilson and published in 1873, about three years after the institution opened. It also contains a short conclusion by the Chairman of the Central Committee, Dr. Edward D. de Vitre and its Secretary, James Diggens. It describes the ethos and the work of the Royal Albert in a very positive tone, apparently aimed at potential and necessary subscribers, given its voluntary status.
A Royal Albert Hospital Bibliography
Social History of Learning Disability Bibliography