TY  - BOOK
AU  - Darbyshire, Lydia.
TI  - The magic book: master the mysteries of over 150 magic tricks 
SN  - 1552091368
AV  - GV1547 D37 1997 folio AEU
U1  - 793.8 21
PY  - 1997///
CY  - Willowdale, Ont.
PB  - Firefly Books
KW  - Magic tricks
KW  - Prestidigitation
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index
N2  - 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
ER  -