Milton H. Erickson, one of the most innovative clinicians of our time, is known as the father of modern hypnosis as well as the source for many modern forms of family therapy and brief therapy. This volume examines Erickson''s clinical strategies and systematically organizes them for betterunderstanding. Each principle is broken down into several techniques that share a common function. In addition, the overarching concepts have been paired with simple analogies, folk wisdom, and illustrations from other schools of psychotherapy as well as clinical examples from Erickson''s own work as well as others. This brilliant book is a ''must-read'' for anyone interested in understanding and applying Erickson''s work. Highly recommended!"-Michael F. Hoyt, Ph.D.,