Encyclopedia of Stage Hypnotism - McGill

This is, without doubt, the most comprehensive text ever to be published on stage hypnotism. Divided into two parts, Mastering Hypnosis and Entertaining with Hypnotism. The first section of the book presents a comprehensive background to the history of the subject together with an extensive description of how to use the power of suggestion. The second section describes in detail how to design, develop, and perform a modern hypnotic show and includes extracts from some of the most successful shows ever performed around the world. Everything is covered, from opening the show to the best ways of advertising. Also included are invaluable chapters on the business aspects of hypnotism as well as how to avoid lawsuits. The approach is practical and down-to-earth with every detail of the inductions and the routines included. This book also has widespread therapeutic applications as it provides new skills for even the most experienced practitioner of hypnosis. A classic volume for every library and clinician's bookshelf. Softcover, spiral-bound.