Abstract
John Elliotson's involvement with mesmerism forms one of the most remarkable chapters in medical history. To tell this story alone, however, would belie the curious truth behind an eminent professor whose whole life was hallmarked by unsuppressed, unorthodox tendencies. With a reputation for flouting convention and a history of unorthodox affiliations, Elliotson went on to embrace the phenomenon of “mesmerism” with ungovernable enthusiasm. What follows is extraordinary, as mesmerism's most controversial patron lost his reputation, position, fortune and friends.
Full Text 
Sign-in/Register to access full text options
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Published version (
Free)
Free) 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
