Mesmer and Animal Magnetism
Franz Anton Mesmer's Pioneering Work
Animal Magnetism and Early Hypnosis
In the late 18th century, Franz Anton Mesmer, a renowned physician from Austria, made significant contributions to the study of psychology and healing through his research on animal magnetism. In 1779, he published his seminal work, "Mémoire sur la découverte du magnétisme animal," an 88-page book that laid the foundation for the practice of mesmerizing individuals.
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