Description

Mesmerism in India and its Practical Application in Surgery and Medicine is a book written by James Esdaile, originally published in 1902. The book delves into the practice of mesmerism, a form of hypnosis, and its use in medical and surgical procedures in India during the mid-19th century. Esdaile, a Scottish surgeon who worked in India during this time, was a strong advocate for the use of mesmerism as a form of anesthesia during surgery, and he provides detailed accounts of numerous successful procedures performed using the technique. The book also includes discussions on the history and theory of mesmerism, as well as its potential applications beyond the medical field. Overall, Mesmerism in India and its Practical Application in Surgery and Medicine offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique and controversial aspect of medical history.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.