Anonymous Discovery of Anesthesia by Dr. Horace Wells; Memorial Services at

This book commemorates the life and legacy of Dr. Horace Wells, the pioneering dentist who first demonstrated the use of nitrous oxide as a surgical anesthetic in the mid19th century. Published on the fiftieth anniversary of his discovery, it includes a collection of speeches, essays, and remembrances by his colleagues and contemporaries, as well as a biography and timeline of his life. The book is a testament to the enduring impact of one mans groundbreaking contributions to medicine and science. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. | Anonymous Discovery of Anesthesia by Dr. Horace Wells; Memorial Services at