Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""Memoirs of Dr. Samuel Guthrie and the History of the Discovery of Chloroform and the Discovery of Anaesthesia by Henry M. Lyman"" is a historical account of the discovery of chloroform and anesthesia. The book is authored by Dr. Samuel Guthrie and Henry M. Lyman. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a memoir by Dr. Samuel Guthrie, who was a renowned chemist and inventor. The memoir documents his life and his contributions to the field of chemistry. The second part of the book is a historical account of the discovery of chloroform and anesthesia by Henry M. Lyman. The historical account in the book details the discovery of chloroform and anesthesia, which revolutionized the field of medicine and surgery. The book discusses the experiments and trials that led to the discovery of chloroform, the first anesthetic to be used in surgery. It also discusses the subsequent discovery of anesthesia, which allowed patients to undergo surgery without feeling any pain. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and surgery. It provides a detailed account of the discovery of chloroform and anesthesia, which has had a significant impact on the medical field. The book is written in English and is accessible to readers with a basic understanding of chemistry and medicine.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.