Memoir Of Luther V. Bell (1863)

Memoir of Luther V. Bell is a biographical account of the life of Luther Vose Bell, a prominent physician and medical educator in the mid-19th century. Written by George Edward Ellis and published in 1863, the book traces Bell's life from his childhood in Massachusetts to his studies at Harvard Medical School and his eventual appointment as superintendent of the McLean Asylum for the Insane. Throughout the book, Ellis provides insight into Bell's personal and professional life, including his work as a medical examiner for the state of Massachusetts and his involvement in the American Medical Association. The memoir also explores Bell's contributions to the field of psychiatry, particularly his advocacy for the humane treatment of the mentally ill and his efforts to improve the understanding and treatment of mental illness.Memoir of Luther V. Bell offers readers a glimpse into the life and work of a pioneering figure in the history of American medicine, and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the medical profession during the mid-19th century.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.