The Life And Letters Of Horace Wells: Discoverer Of Anesthesia - Paperback

by W. Harry Archer (Author)

The Life and Letters of Horace Wells: Discoverer of Anesthesia is a biographical work written by W. Harry Archer. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Horace Wells, who is credited with the discovery of anesthesia. Wells was a dentist who, in the mid-19th century, experimented with the use of nitrous oxide as an anesthetic during dental procedures.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Wells' life and work. The first chapter provides a brief introduction to Wells and his discovery of anesthesia. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into Wells' life, exploring his childhood, education, and early career as a dentist.The book also covers Wells' experimentation with nitrous oxide and his eventual discovery of its anesthetic properties. The author provides a detailed account of Wells' experiments and the reactions of his patients, as well as the initial skepticism and criticism he faced from the medical community.In addition to the biographical content, the book also includes a collection of Wells' letters, which provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about his work and the reactions of others to his discovery. The letters offer a glimpse into the personal life of Wells, as well as his professional struggles and triumphs.Overall, The Life and Letters of Horace Wells: Discoverer of Anesthesia is a fascinating and informative work that sheds light on the life and work of a pioneering figure in the field of medicine. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, dentistry, or anesthesia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.