A comprehensive exploration of the mysterious and intriguing phenomena of the human mind. The book delves into the history and theory of hypnotism and mesmerism, examining the techniques and practices used by practitioners to induce altered states of consciousness and access the subconscious mind. The author also explores the fascinating world of mind-reading, discussing the various methods used to read the thoughts and emotions of others, including telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychometry. In addition, the book examines the phenomenon of spiritualism, which gained popularity in the 19th century as a way to communicate with the dead. Read in English, unabridged.