The New Encyclopedia of Stage Hypnotism

Already highly acclaimed, this book represents a lifetime spent in the field of hypnosis. Written by the remarkable Ormond McGill, it is the most extensive and comprehensive work ever produced on stage hypnotism, that contains fascinating insights of interest to the practising hypnotherapist.The book is divided into two parts:Mastering Hypnotism provides a comprehensive history of the subject together with an extensive description of how to use the power of suggestion. Over a hundred different methods of hypnotic induction are here described in detail.Entertaining With Hypnotism gives a thorough description of how to design, develop and perform a modern hypnotic show, and includes extracts from some of the most successful shows ever performed. Every detail from the best way to open a show to the best way to advertise is thoroughly covered. Invaluable chapters consider the business aspects of hypnotism, examining how to avoid law suits and discussing extensively the important questions on the subject of stage hypnosis.Throughout this far reaching study, the language remains clear and simple. The approach is emphatically practical, and every aspect of every induction and routine is comprehensively covered. Ormond manages to demystify an enigmatic subject and, in his unique style, leads us into the wonderful world of hypnosis.