Record of Cases Treated ... From June to December 1847

<p><i>Record of Cases Treated ... From June to December 1847</i> offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of mesmerism as a medical treatment. Compiled by the Calcutta Mesmeric Hospital this record details various cases treated using mesmerism (a form of hypnotism) during a six-month period. The document provides valuable insight into the applications of mesmerism in 19th-century medicine showcasing its use for pain relief treating nervous disorders and other ailments. It serves as a primary source for understanding the history of alternative medicine and the social context of medical practices in colonial India. This historical document will be of interest to scholars of medical history the history of science and those interested in the cultural exchange between East and West.</p><p>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 was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>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.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. 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.</p>