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The magic book : master the mysteries of over 150 magic tricks / edited by Lydia Darbyshire. - Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books, 1997. - 224 p. : col. ill. ; 31 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

An introduction to the world of magic, this book aims to teach the reader how to perform a variety of tricks using cards and other readily available objects. The magicians world of deception is explained in an easily-followed format using step-by-step illustrations, diagrams and photographs to allow understanding of each stage of the trick. Tips are given on creating an individual magic programme for performance in front of an audience and ways of presenting the magic tricks. The book contains sections explaining card tricks, escapology, sleight of hand, mind-reading illusions and reveals the secrets behind dummy cards, box and bag devices and shaved packs.- Google Books

ISBN: 1552091368 9781552091364

Nat. Bib. No.: 969320604 can

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: (AMICUS)000015622823

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Magic tricks.
Prestidigitation.

LC Class. No.: GV1547 D37 1997 folio / AEU

Dewey Class. No.: 793.8