JEFFRIES WYMAN 



ANATOMIST 



1814-1874 

 BY BURT G. WILDER 



AMONG those in whose honor this series has been prepared 

 probably no one is less generally known than Jeffries Wyman. He 

 never published a book, rarely a magazine article or newpaper 

 communication. He seldom spoke in public or upon other than 

 strictly scientific topics. He never claimed credit or took part in 

 a controversy. Yet for nearly half a century he was devoted to 

 the increase and diffusion of knowledge. His discoveries were 

 numerous and important, some almost startling. He aided the 

 determination of momentous issues. His writings were models 

 of clearness and conciseness. His teaching was admirable and 

 highly appreciated. His museum was unique. In his special 

 branches his authority was recognized the world over. Confidence 

 in him was absolute; and rarely has any man gained from friends 

 and pupils an affection so deep, sincere and enduring. At his 

 death the governing body of the institution with which, as pupil 

 or officer, he had been connected for three-fourths of his life, 

 voiced the sentiments of all who knew him in terms appropriately 

 simple and direct: 



"The President and Fellows of Harvard University recall with 

 affectionate respect and admiration the sagacity, patience and 

 rectitude which characterized all his scientific work ; his clearness, 

 accuracy and conciseness as a writer and teacher; and the industry 

 and zeal with which he labored upon the two admirable collec- 

 tions which remain as monuments of his rare knowledge, method 

 and skill. They commend to the young men of the University 



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