Hardcover. Nothing delights and amazes friends and family more than a display of brilliantly performed magic tricks, illusions, puzzles and stunts, and this comprehensive new box set contains everything the budding magician needs to put on a dazzling show at home. From the history of magic to profiles of famous conjurors, from card tricks to stage illusions, stunts and much much more, these two expertly written books will help you to wow your friends and family. Dedicated chapters for each type of trick begin with a fascinating introduction on the history, traditions and key figures associated with that type of magic. There are then step-by-step instructions showing you how to perform each one, illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Close-up secret views show exactly how each trick is done, along with tips on preparation and the patter you need to accompany it. With these books you can appear to have superhuman strength and x-ray vision, you will seem to be able to read someone?s mind or cut a volunteer in two, make everyday objects vanish and reappear, untie impossible knots, and restore torn-up paper napkins. A special section on putting on a show provides invaluable advice on planning your performance. This includes selecting a venue, creating invitations, choosing music and costumes, setting up the stage and practising your stagecraft, as well as ideas for running orders and sample programmes. Whatever your previous experience and skill level, this exciting and inspiring book collection will provide hours of entertainment for performer and audience alike! This exciting and inspiring box set will provide hours of entertainment for performer and audience alike! Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Mastering the Art of Magic: Two Great Books of Conjuring Tricks (Hardcover)
Publisher: Anness Publishing, London
Publication Date: 2012
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0754823717
ISBN 13: 9780754823711
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new

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This exciting and inspiring box set will provide hours of entertainment for performer and audience alike!

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Nicholas Einhorn is a ‘Gold Star’ member of The Inner Magic Circle. In 2011 he ‘fooled’ two of the world’s most famous magicians on the television show Penn & Teller: Fool Us. He has won a number of industry awards for his work, including The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of The Year.

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