The book "On the State of Insanity and the Legislation of the Insane with Observations on the Construction and Organization of Lunatic Homes" was written by John Thomas Arlidge (J. T. Arlidge). In this work, the author examines in detail the issues of mental health, legal aspects in the care of patients with stupidity and the organization of medical institutions for this category of patients. Arledge provides a detailed analysis of the history and current state of legislation relating to the mentally ill, as well as observations on the construction and management of psychiatric hospitals. He shares his own thoughts on how to improve the conditions of institutions for the treatment of the sick, providing them with appropriate and humane care. This book will be useful for mental health professionals, legislators, lawyers, and anyone interested in health and human rights issues. The work is of great value as a source of information and discussion material for anyone interested in mental health and social care for the sick.