"Accidents From the Electric Current" by Philip Coombs Knapp, originally presented before the Boston Society for Medical Improvement in 1890, offers a vital early examination of the effects of high-potential electric current on the human body. This historical work details the nature and consequences of electrical accidents during a period of rapid electrification, providing crucial insights into the dangers associated with emerging electrical technologies. Knapp's study contributes significantly to the understanding of electric shock and its physiological impacts, offering valuable information for medical professionals and those involved in the burgeoning field of electrical engineering. It serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and awareness as new technologies are developed and integrated into daily life. This document is an essential resource for researchers and historians interested in the intersection of medicine, technology, and public safety. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.