With Sabre And Scalpel: The Autobiography Of A Soldier And Surgeon is a memoir written by John Allan Wyeth, a soldier and surgeon who served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences as a young man growing up in the South, his decision to join the Confederate Army, and his subsequent experiences as a soldier and surgeon during the war.Wyeth's memoir is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on his experiences as a soldier, including his participation in several key battles such as the Battle of Shiloh and the Battle of Chickamauga. He also describes the hardships and challenges of life as a soldier, including the physical and emotional toll of combat, as well as the difficulties of living in harsh and often unsanitary conditions.The second part of the book focuses on Wyeth's experiences as a surgeon, both during and after the war. He describes the medical practices of the time, including the use of chloroform as an anesthetic, and the challenges of treating wounded soldiers in the midst of battle. He also discusses his post-war career as a surgeon, including his work in New York City and his involvement in the establishment of several medical institutions.Throughout the book, Wyeth provides a vivid and personal account of his experiences, offering insights into the daily life of a soldier and surgeon during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. With Sabre And Scalpel is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War, medicine, or the experiences of soldiers and surgeons during this period.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.