Author: L. H. Branson
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1528767624
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
First published in 1922, “Indian Conjuring” is an illustrated guide to Indian magic tricks by Major L. H. Branson (1879 – 1946), a British officer in the British Indian Army and magician. It includes explanations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of magic tricks that the author came across while serving in colonial India during the early twentieth century. Contents include: “A Comparison”, “The Cup and Balls”, “The Bamboo-Sticks”, “The Ring on the Stick”, “The Glass Box”, “The Bunder Boat”, “The Bowl of Rice”, “The Coloured Sands”, “A Rope Trick”, “The Swastika”, “The Egg Bag”, “The Dancing Duck”, “The Mango Tree Trick”, etc. Other notable works by this author include: “A Text Book of Magic as Elbiquet” (1913), “Supplementary Magic as Elbiquet” (1917), and “A Lifetime of Deception: Reminiscences of a Magician” (1953). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.
Indian Conjuring - With 8 Illustrations
Author: L. H. Branson
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1528767624
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
First published in 1922, “Indian Conjuring” is an illustrated guide to Indian magic tricks by Major L. H. Branson (1879 – 1946), a British officer in the British Indian Army and magician. It includes explanations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of magic tricks that the author came across while serving in colonial India during the early twentieth century. Contents include: “A Comparison”, “The Cup and Balls”, “The Bamboo-Sticks”, “The Ring on the Stick”, “The Glass Box”, “The Bunder Boat”, “The Bowl of Rice”, “The Coloured Sands”, “A Rope Trick”, “The Swastika”, “The Egg Bag”, “The Dancing Duck”, “The Mango Tree Trick”, etc. Other notable works by this author include: “A Text Book of Magic as Elbiquet” (1913), “Supplementary Magic as Elbiquet” (1917), and “A Lifetime of Deception: Reminiscences of a Magician” (1953). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1528767624
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
First published in 1922, “Indian Conjuring” is an illustrated guide to Indian magic tricks by Major L. H. Branson (1879 – 1946), a British officer in the British Indian Army and magician. It includes explanations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of magic tricks that the author came across while serving in colonial India during the early twentieth century. Contents include: “A Comparison”, “The Cup and Balls”, “The Bamboo-Sticks”, “The Ring on the Stick”, “The Glass Box”, “The Bunder Boat”, “The Bowl of Rice”, “The Coloured Sands”, “A Rope Trick”, “The Swastika”, “The Egg Bag”, “The Dancing Duck”, “The Mango Tree Trick”, etc. Other notable works by this author include: “A Text Book of Magic as Elbiquet” (1913), “Supplementary Magic as Elbiquet” (1917), and “A Lifetime of Deception: Reminiscences of a Magician” (1953). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.
Indian Conjuring
Author: L. H. Branson
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 63
Book Description
This fascinating book takes us on a journey through the history of Indian magic, exploring the origins of popular tricks like the rope trick and Indian cups and ball. From ancient times, Indian magicians were known for their mystical powers, not just their entertainment skills. We learn about the early use of charms and talismans, and even the existence of Indian fortune tellers during the Roman Empire. The book also contrasts the style of Indian magic in comparison to other Asian cultures, as well as their counterparts in Europe.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 63
Book Description
This fascinating book takes us on a journey through the history of Indian magic, exploring the origins of popular tricks like the rope trick and Indian cups and ball. From ancient times, Indian magicians were known for their mystical powers, not just their entertainment skills. We learn about the early use of charms and talismans, and even the existence of Indian fortune tellers during the Roman Empire. The book also contrasts the style of Indian magic in comparison to other Asian cultures, as well as their counterparts in Europe.
Bibliotheca Orientalis
Author: Luzac &co
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Luzac's Oriental List and Book Review
Author:
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ISBN:
Category : Asia
Languages : en
Pages : 674
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Asia
Languages : en
Pages : 674
Book Description
Luzac & Co.'s Oriental List
Author:
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Category : Asia
Languages : en
Pages : 768
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Asia
Languages : en
Pages : 768
Book Description
The Bookman
Author:
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Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
English Mechanic and Mirror of Science
Author:
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Category : Technology
Languages : en
Pages : 858
Book Description
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Category : Technology
Languages : en
Pages : 858
Book Description
The Illustrated London News
Author:
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
The Saturday Review of Politics, Literature, Science and Art
Author:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1344
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1344
Book Description
And that Reminds Me
Author: Stanley William Coxon
Publisher: London : J. Lane ; New York : J. Lane Company
ISBN:
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Publisher: London : J. Lane ; New York : J. Lane Company
ISBN:
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description