A correct guide to the science and how subjects are influenced. Its facts, theories and related phenomena, with explanatory anecdotes, descriptions and reminiscences. Contents: Puysegurian somnambulance; hypnotism as a remedy; hypnotism; hypnotic methods and conditions; hypnotism defended; hypnotic clairvoyance; crystal visions; magnets; hypnotism and animals; hypnotic miscellanies; natural somnambulism or sleep walking; introduction of hypnotism in Chicago; public press comments. Handsomely illustrated.