A Magyias Ezermester. [Miniature edition of early Hungarian book on magic].

Czovek, Istvan.

Published by (Pesten, Traaner Jan. Tam. koltsegeivel es betovel. 1816). A kiadasert felel a Tancsics Konyvkiado.tipografia Soproni Bela. Budapest, 1973. Miniature facsimile reproduction of book on magic tricks published in Hungary in 1816.

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1 5/8 x 2 5/8", VI., 164pp. + colophon page; frontispiece of magician performing card & other magic tricks. Short publisher's preface in Hungarian, German & English. Printed cloth binding reproducing the frontispiece engraving of magician performing card tricks printed in black on a white & tan background, title on spine & front cover. Fine. From the publisher's preface: "This tiny book is truly a rarity in many respects, firstly thanks to its diminutive style, which is well liked and sought after by collectors, secondly due to its being a book on magic. Very few publications of this type have been issued in Hungary in the past decades. Lastly, it is a facsimile edition of a book on magic published in 1816. It is worth mentioning that the original work is at the same time one of the oldest Hungarian books on magic. It contains many conjuring tricks that can even be performed today. Besides descriptions of 'magic' sleights of hand, there are many amusing brain-racking puzzles, indoor-games, jack-of-all-trades stunts, special recipes, and wholesome advice concerning the household and hygiene. [.]". Most likely the only facsimile of the rare 1816 book available. Copies of this delightful miniature are rare in the U.S. (Hungarian text). Seller Inventory # ABE-81200106

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Title: A Magyias Ezermester. [Miniature edition of ...

Publisher: (Pesten, Traaner Jan. Tam. koltsegeivel es betovel. 1816). A kiadasert felel a Tancsics Konyvkiado.tipografia Soproni Bela. Budapest, 1973. Miniature facsimile reproduction of book on magic tricks published in Hungary in 1816.

Binding: Hardcover