Marvelous Magicians
Corry, Lydia
ISBN 10: 050065221X ISBN 13: 9780500652213
Published by Thames & Hudson, 2020
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Synopsis:
A vibrantly illustrated and engaging introduction to the illusionists, both famous and lesser-known, who shaped modern magic.
A great magician never reveals their secrets, but Marvelous Magicians reveals the names of eight groundbreaking illusionists, both famous and lesser-known, who shaped modern magic. Through a magical blend of biography, history, and illustration, this book spotlights an array of magicians, including one of the first female magicians, Adelaide Herrmann; African American illusionist Richard Potter, “The Handcuff King” Harry Houdini, and Houdin, Houdini’s namesake and inspiration.
With two spectacular fold-out pages revealing the secret workings of the Automaton Chess Player and Howard Thurston’s dramatic transformation of an empty box into a world of wonders, this book examines the early history of magic, the eight magic effects on which all tricks are based, the necessary components of a magician’s toolbox, and the underrated role of the magician’s assistant. The book’s grand finale features advice on becoming a magician, an introduction to contemporary magicians from around the world, and an exploration of the hidden societies who have kept the secrets of illusions closely guarded for decades.
Vibrantly illustrated and written in a theatrical style, Marvelous Magicians is the perfect book for aspiring magicians who want to know more about its history and the innovators who de ned it.
Illustrated in color throughoutAbout the Author: Lydia Corry is a British illustrator and graduate of the Royal College of Art. Her dynamic and rich illustrations are all painted by hand.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Marvelous Magicians
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Publication Date: 2020
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket