Description: Encyclopedia of Genuine Stage Hypnotism-Ormond McGill Title: Encyclopedia of Genuine Stage Hypnotism Author: Ormond McGillPublisher: Abbott’s Magic Novelty CompanyPublication Date: 1947HardcoverBook Size: 5.5 x 8.5"Pages: 301Edition: First EditionBook Condition: Excellent-Like New!Dust Jacket Condition: Excellent-Like New! Written for magicians, this book is a complete explanation of the inner secrets of Stage Hypnotism. The information is presented in a very logical manner by first showing what hypnotism is, and what it can do through actual instruction in how to hypnotize, and then proceeding directly on, into the modus operandi of Stage Hypnotism itself. The little subtleties, insights and techniques that come only from careful research and practical presentation are also given, making this book of the most valuable of its kind for magicians. Includes Hypnotic Stagecraft, Awakening The Subject, How To Hypnotize Etc. Revealment Of Inner Secrets, Magic Wand Method, Motion Picture Test. Profusely illustrated. Topics covered in chapters: Obatining first subject,Some preliminary test,Experiments in the Waking state,How to Hypnotize,A variety of Hypnotic methods,Phenomena of the Trance,Awakening the subject,Introduction to stage Hypnotism,Sensational stunts,Inner secret of stage Hypnotism,and many more... Ormond McGillFrom 1947 to 1954, McGill performed hypnotism and magic under the stage name of Dr. Zomb. His "Séance of Wonders" show featured horror-themed routines and costumed assistants typical of the midnight "Spook Shows" which were popular during that era. In addition to his career as a world-traveling magician and stage hypnotist, McGill was also a skilled hypnotherapist and a student of Eastern mysticism. He wrote somewhere between twenty-five and forty books (sources disagree on the total), including such titles as "Grieve No More Beloved" (about his afterlife contact with his deceased wife), "Hypnotism and Mysticism in India", and his autobiography, "The Amazing Life of Ormond McGill", "The Encyclopedia of Genuine Stage Hypnotism" and a number of books with Hypnotist Tom Silver, two of which are "The How To Book of Hypnotism" and "Hypnotism Training & Techniques Manual." Ormond McGill made many of his greatest insights in recent years He has combined his profound mastery of many hypnotic techniques; his deep personal understanding of Eastern systems of meditation, mysticism, wisdom and healing; and his creativity, vision, compassion, humor and life experience. Known as "The Dean of American Hypnotism", Ormond McGill continued to teach courses and lecture right up until a few days before his death He passed away on October 19, 2005 in town where he was born -. Palo Alto. His best piece of advice: "Make life your playground, not your battlefield. " Please examine the photos of this book. I have included photos of the index. I have also included photos of especially colorful, interesting or autographed pages. I will be happy to answer any specific question, just send me an Email! Listing info courtesy of: Magicref ATTENTION: A large part of the value of magic tricks and magic books is the SECRET!! As such, there are NO REFUNDS on magic tricks or books (unless I make a mistake, something is not as advertised, etc.)! I will try to be very detailed & accurate in my descriptions & also try to include the approximate skill level to assist in your decision, but I will not tell you how the trick is done! If you have any questions, please send me an Email BEFORE bidding!
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