Publisher's Synopsis
""Sleep-Walking and Hypnotism"" is a book written by D. Hack Tuke, first published in 1884. The book explores the phenomena of sleep-walking and hypnotism, providing a comprehensive overview of their history, theories, and practical applications. The book begins with an introduction to sleep-walking, including its prevalence, symptoms, and causes. Tuke then delves into the history of sleep-walking, tracing its origins back to ancient times and examining its portrayal in literature and folklore. He also discusses the various theories that have been proposed to explain sleep-walking, including psychological, physiological, and spiritual explanations.The second half of the book focuses on hypnotism, exploring its history, theories, and techniques. Tuke provides a detailed explanation of how hypnotism works, including the role of suggestion and the different stages of the hypnotic state. He also discusses the practical applications of hypnotism, including its use in medicine, psychology, and entertainment.Throughout the book, Tuke draws on a wide range of sources, including scientific studies, historical accounts, and personal anecdotes. He writes in a clear and accessible style, making the book suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the fascinating topics of sleep-walking and hypnotism.Discusses Both Spontaneous And Artificially Induced Somnambulism As Well As Double Consciousness, Which Tuke Relates To The Two Sides Of The Brain.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.