How to Hypnotize — L. H. Anderson (1896)

A practical manual from the period when hypnotism was emerging from older mesmerist traditions into popular psychology and public demonstration.

Originally published in 1896, How to Hypnotize by L. H. Anderson describes hypnosis as a condition of focused attention and heightened receptivity to suggestion. The work discusses the operator’s confidence, eye fixation, verbal repetition, relaxation, expectation, and several methods historically used to induce trance-like states.

Its applications reflect the broad claims and assumptions of the late nineteenth century, ranging from habit and pain control to entertainment and interpersonal influence. The book remains a revealing document of the period’s fascination with hypnotism, mesmerism, suggestion, and mental influence.

This Holographic Pagan Press edition restores the original illustrated cover and presents the text as a handmade large-format volume. Each physical copy is printed, assembled, and finished by hand with a warm brown cover and black cloth tape-bound spine.

This is a newly prepared Holographic Pagan Press edition and not an original antique copy.

Title: How to Hypnotize
Author: L. H. Anderson
Original publication: 1896
Formats: Handmade physical book or digital PDF
Physical dimensions: 8.5" × 11"
Cover: Warm brown card stock with black and antique-gold printing
Binding: Black cloth tape-bound spine
Interior: Black-and-white
Edition publisher: Odd Enough Books / Holographic Pagan Press
Edition design: C.K. Lee
Condition: Newly produced

Historical Note

This book is preserved as a document of early hypnotic practice. It does not represent modern clinical standards, informed-consent requirements, or contemporary psychological guidance.