Illustrations And Enquiries Relating To Mesmerism, Part 1 (1849)

""Illustrations and Enquiries Relating to Mesmerism, Part 1"" is a book written by Samuel Roffey Maitland and published in 1849. It is a comprehensive guide to the practice of mesmerism, which was a popular form of alternative medicine in the 19th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of mesmerism, including its history, theory, and practice. The author provides detailed descriptions of the techniques used in mesmerism, including the use of magnets, the laying on of hands, and the manipulation of the patient's body. The book also includes a number of case studies, which illustrate the effectiveness of mesmerism in treating a variety of medical conditions, including paralysis, epilepsy, and hysteria. Overall, ""Illustrations and Enquiries Relating to Mesmerism, Part 1"" is a fascinating and informative work that provides a valuable insight into the history of alternative medicine and the practice of mesmerism.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.