The Divided Laing, Or, The Two Ronnies
The Divided Laing, Or, The Two Ronnies by Patrick Marmion is published by Aurora Metro Books in 2015 and consists of 112 pages. Set in London during 1970, the narrative follows experimental psychiatrist R.D. Laing as he confronts the challenges of eviction from his innovative asylum at Kingsley Hall. Amidst local unrest and personal turmoil, Laing’s colleague David Cooper experiences a crisis on the roof, prompting Laing to embark on a surreal journey to the future in an attempt to save his therapeutic collective, The Philadelphia Association.
Readers will find a blend of drama and exploration of mental health themes as Laing navigates his precarious situation. The story delves into the complexities of his professional and personal life, raising questions about the boundaries between madness and breakthrough. This edition offers a unique perspective on the performing arts and the historical context of psychiatric practices in Europe, particularly within the realms of English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh influences.
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London 1970: Experimental psychiatrist R.D. Laing is facing eviction from his pioneering asylum in the East End’s Kingsley Hall. Local residents are up in arms – and to make matters worse, Ronnie’s revolutionary colleague David Cooper is flipping out on the roof … With his personal life going down the pan and his mental state heading the same way, Ronnie takes an acid trip to the future. his mission is to save his therapeutic collective The Philadelphia Association and secure his professional legacy. Will it be a one-way ticket to madness – or can breakdown sometimes mean breakthrough?
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