Lectures On True And False Hypnotism: Or Mesmerism (1851)

Lectures on True and False Hypnotism: Or Mesmerism is a book written by Horation Prater in 1851. The book is a collection of lectures that Prater delivered on the subject of hypnotism, or mesmerism as it was known at the time. The lectures cover a range of topics related to hypnotism, including its history, theory, and practice. Prater discusses the various techniques used in hypnotism, such as suggestion and magnetic passes, and provides examples of successful hypnotic treatments for various medical conditions. He also addresses the controversy surrounding hypnotism, particularly the debate over whether it is a genuine medical practice or a form of quackery. Prater argues that true hypnotism is a legitimate therapeutic tool, but warns against the dangers of false hypnotism, which he defines as the use of hypnotism for fraudulent or manipulative purposes. Overall, Lectures on True and False Hypnotism: Or Mesmerism is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of hypnotism in the mid-19th century.The Result Of Experimental Examination Of The Subject At Homer And Abroad; To Which Is Added A Discourse On The Condition Of The Soul During Common Sleep.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.