Published in 1863, this book is a pioneering work in the field of anesthesia and pain management. Sir John Hilton was a leading British surgeon of his time, and in these lectures he shares his insights into the connection between rest, pain, and healing. Hilton argues that proper rest and pain relief are essential for successful surgical outcomes, and his ideas paved the way for modern methods of post-operative care. This edition of the book includes an introduction by a contemporary medical expert, contextualizing Hilton's work and its lasting impact. 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 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. 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.