A Defense of Dr. Charles T. Jackson's Claims to the Discovery of Etherization (1848) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161755916)

""A Defense Of Dr. Charles T. Jackson�������s Claims To The Discovery Of Etherization"" is a historical book written by Joseph L. Lord in 1848. The book aims to provide evidence and support for Dr. Charles T. Jackson's claims to the discovery of etherization, a medical procedure that involves the administration of ether to induce anesthesia. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which provides a detailed account of the discovery of etherization and the controversy surrounding it. Lord discusses how Dr. Jackson first discovered the anesthetic properties of ether in 1842 and how he later presented his findings to the medical community.However, Dr. Jackson's claims to the discovery of etherization were disputed by several other physicians, including Dr. William T. G. Morton, who also claimed to have discovered etherization. Lord provides a thorough analysis of the evidence and arguments presented by both sides, ultimately concluding that Dr. Jackson was the true discoverer of etherization.The book is not only a historical account of the discovery of etherization but also an important contribution to the ongoing debate over who should be credited with this significant medical breakthrough. It sheds light on the scientific and ethical issues involved in the discovery of new medical procedures and the importance of giving credit where credit is due.Overall, ""A Defense Of Dr. Charles T. Jackson�������s Claims To The Discovery Of Etherization"" is a well-researched and insightful book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of medicine and the discovery of one of its most important procedures.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.

Author: Joseph L. Lord,Henry C. Lord
ISBN-10: 1161755918
ISBN-13: 9781161755916
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 44
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d