<i>Hypnosis: A Brief History</i> crosses disciplinary boundaries to explain current advances and controversies surrounding the use of hypnosis through an exploration of the history of its development.<ul><li>examines the social and cultural contexts of the theories, development, and practice of hypnosis<li>crosses disciplinary boundaries to explain current advances and controversies in hypnosis<li>explores shifting beliefs about the nature of hypnosis<li>investigates references to the apparent power of hypnosis over memory and personal identity</ul>