This brief memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Sir William Blizard, a celebrated surgeon and physician who made important contributions to the field of medicine in 18th-century England. Compiled by William Cooke, a fellow physician who knew Blizard well, this book offers insights into Blizard's character, his medical practice, and his pioneering work in public health. With rare illustrations and personal anecdotes, A Brief Memoir of Sir William Blizard is a tribute to one of the most important figures in the history of medicine. 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.