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Practical Hypnotism by Ed Wolff E-Z Magic
Practical Hypnotism by Ed Wolff E-Z Magic
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đ SECTIONâBYâSECTION CONTENTS
1. Introduction to Hypnotism
Explains what hypnotism is, what it is not, and how it works in a performance context.
Covers:
⢠Misconceptions
⢠The hypnotic state
⢠Why hypnotism works on stage
⢠The performerâs attitude and confidence
2. Preparing the Subject
How to select and prepare a volunteer.
Includes:
⢠Ideal subject characteristics
⢠How to build rapport
⢠How to create expectancy
⢠How to eliminate resistance
3. Tests for Hypnotic Susceptibility
A series of simple tests to determine who will respond best.
Common tests include:
⢠Fingerâlocking test
⢠Handâclasp test
⢠Arm rigidity test
⢠Eyeâclosure test
These are used both as preâshow screening and as miniâdemonstrations.
4. The Induction Methods
This is the heart of the booklet.
Wolff teaches several practical inductions, including:
⢠Progressive relaxation
⢠Rapid induction
⢠Instantaneous induction
⢠Group induction techniques
Each method is broken into clear steps suitable for beginners.
5. Deepening the Trance
Once the subject is under, Wolff explains how to deepen the state.
Includes:
⢠Counting methods
⢠Fractionation
⢠Deepening suggestions
⢠How to maintain control
6. PostâHypnotic Suggestion
How to give commands that take effect after awakening.
Topics include:
⢠How to phrase suggestions
⢠How to avoid resistance
⢠How to create comedy effects
⢠How to safely remove suggestions
This is where the stageâshow material begins to take shape.
7. Stage Hypnotism Routines
A collection of classic performance bits, such as:
⢠Stiffâasâaâboard
⢠Forgetting oneâs name
⢠Stuck to the chair
⢠Laughing or crying on cue
⢠Hallucination routines
These are written in a simple, practical format for magicians.
8. Awakening the Subject
How to safely and cleanly bring the subject out of trance.
Includes:
⢠Standard awakening script
⢠How to remove lingering suggestions
⢠How to avoid grogginess or confusion
9. The Introductory Lecture
A short script for the performer to deliver before beginning the demonstration.
This sets the tone, builds authority, and prepares the audience.
A short script for the performer to deliver before beginning the demonstration.
This sets the tone, builds authority, and prepares the audience.
10. Notes on Ethics and Safety
A brief section reminding performers to:
⢠Avoid dangerous suggestions
⢠Respect the subject
⢠Keep routines within safe limits
This is shorter than in the 1936 edition but still present.
đŚ BONUS MATERIAL (varies by print run)
Some EâZ Magic copies include:
⢠A 9âpage D. Robbins âSelected Magic Booksâ catalog
This is bound into the back and lists classic Robbins titles.
đŠ How This Edition Differs From the 1936 Original
The Robbins edition:
⢠Removes the âprivate courseâ framing
⢠Condenses some lessons
⢠Adds stageâshow emphasis
⢠Uses simpler language
⢠Is formatted as a magicâshop booklet rather than a correspondence course
But the core hypnotic methods remain intact.
â Summary
The D. Robbins edition is a short, inexpensive magicâshop booklet that condenses Wolffâs material for performers. The new Hey Presto reprint is a fully restored, historically accurate reconstruction of the original 1936 course with expanded length, corrected errors, and premium production quality.
đ Physical and Production Differences
 Feature  D. Robbins EâZ Magic Edition  Hey Presto 2025 Reprint  Feature  D. Robbins EâZ Magic Edition  Hey Presto 2025 Reprint  Format  Thin magicâshop booklet  High quality pocket paperback  Length  About 31 to 37 pages  80 pages  Text Quality  Condensed, simplified, sometimes errorâridden  Fully restored 1936 text with errors corrected  Illustrations  Minimal or none  Remastered illustrations  Extras  Sometimes includes a Robbins catalog in the back  Includes historical context and clean typesetting  Purpose  Affordable performer booklet  Archival quality restoration for collectors and studentsÂ
The D. Robbins edition is a short, inexpensive magicâshop booklet that condenses Wolffâs material for performers. The new Hey Presto reprint is a fully restored, historically accurate reconstruction of the original 1936 course with expanded length, corrected errors, and premium production quality.
đ Physical and Production Differences
 Feature  D. Robbins EâZ Magic Edition  Hey Presto 2025 Reprint  Feature  D. Robbins EâZ Magic Edition  Hey Presto 2025 Reprint  Format  Thin magicâshop booklet  High quality pocket paperback  Length  About 31 to 37 pages  80 pages  Text Quality  Condensed, simplified, sometimes errorâridden  Fully restored 1936 text with errors corrected  Illustrations  Minimal or none  Remastered illustrations  Extras  Sometimes includes a Robbins catalog in the back  Includes historical context and clean typesetting  Purpose  Affordable performer booklet  Archival quality restoration for collectors and studentsÂ
 đ Content Differences
D. Robbins Edition
A streamlined version of Wolffâs teachings.
Focused on:
⢠Basic inductions
⢠Susceptibility tests
⢠Stage routines
⢠Post hypnotic suggestions
⢠Awakening methods
⢠A short introductory lecture
It removes the correspondence course structure and compresses the lessons into a quick magicâshop format.
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