The Magnetizers

The Magnetizers is a novel written by Charles MacKay. The story is set in Paris in the late 18th century and centers around the practice of mesmerism. The protagonist, a young doctor named Alphonse, becomes fascinated with the theories and techniques of mesmerism and begins to experiment with it himself. He becomes involved with a group of magnetizers who are using their powers to manipulate and control people for their own gain. As Alphonse delves deeper into the world of mesmerism, he becomes increasingly obsessed with it, putting his own mental and physical health at risk. The novel explores themes of power, manipulation, and the dangers of obsession.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds Part 1, by Charles MacKay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134415.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.