Product Description

Hypnotism exists on the periphery of the scientific community, much as it has from its inception, and Robin Waterfield approaches the issues which surround it with an open mind, carefully stripping fact from fantasy and the truth from the myth.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #33825 in Books
• Published on: 2004-05-07
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 496 pages

Customer Reviews

A great read.
Whether you are curious or have already delved into the fascinaintg subject of hypnosis, this book will contain lots of info you didn't know.
Well written and researched, Waterfield's style is rational and informative. The book covers mesmerism, victorian hypnotists, Milton Erickson, hypnotherapy and loads more.
A riveting read.

A cracking read
A beautifully presented book. R. Waterfield knows what he is writing about. This book is very well researched and easy to read. It delves into the secrets of hypnotism, its history, how it was used by doctors, presented by film makers, and fiction writers; it explores the theories put forward by its practitioners and critics and the most up to date views on the subject and how it is practiced today. The mystery on hypnotism still remains after you've read it and so his book has revived my enthusiasm to explore hypnosis and hypnotherapy even deeper. Fascinating!

hidden Depths
As someone new to hypnosis, currently in training, I found this book to be absolutely fascinating. It explains just about everything to do with hypnosis, from where it's believed to have originated to modern day and its uses. I would recommend this book to anyone, even if its only a passing interest in hypnosis.