Hypnotism: Its History and Present Development (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book explores the fascinating world of hypnotism, a practice that has captivated and mystified people for centuries. From its ancient roots in Egypt and India, where priests and fakirs used trance states for religious and mystical purposes, to its controversial rise in the 18th century with Mesmer's animal magnetism, the author delves into the history and evolution of this intriguing phenomenon. The book meticulously examines different methods of inducing hypnosis, analyzing the physical and psychological factors at play. It explores the various stages of hypnotic sleep, from light drowsiness to deep unconsciousness, and discusses the diverse effects it can have on the human body and mind. The author also cautions against the potential dangers of misusing hypnotism, emphasizing the need for careful study and responsible application. This book offers a comprehensive and insightful account of hypnotism, its history, its methods, and its potential for both healing and manipulation. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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