The Life and Letters of Horace Wells: Discoverer of Anesthesia

The Life and Letters of Horace Wells: Discoverer of Anesthesia is a biographical account of the American dentist, Horace Wells, who is credited with the discovery of anesthesia. Written by W. Harry Archer, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Wells' life, from his early years in Vermont to his dental practice in Hartford, Connecticut. The author delves into Wells' experiments with nitrous oxide gas, which led to the first successful use of anesthesia during a dental procedure in 1844. The book also explores Wells' personal struggles with addiction and mental illness, as well as his eventual suicide in 1848. In addition to the biographical content, the book includes a collection of Wells' letters, providing insight into his thoughts and experiences. Overall, The Life and Letters of Horace Wells offers a fascinating look into the life of a pioneering figure in the field of 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.