Author: Al Baker
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 144654642X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Originally published in 1933, this collection contains both of the works on magic put together by the author. It features detailed explanations of his many tricks, accompanied by clear diagrams, and offers much in way of practical advice and information to today's magician, whether amateur or professional. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include - Book One: The Pack that Cuts Itself - The One Man ''Lights Up'' Séance - A Card and a Number - Al Baker's Pet Hat Trick - Al Baker's Rising Cards - ''Feel My Pulse'' - The Al Bakers Wrist Tie - The Impossible Card Discovery - Cards of Thought - Al Baker's Addition Trick - Another Rope is Cut and Restored - The Finger Points - The Matchmakers - ''Say When'' - Al Baker's Billet Mystery - Self Unknotting Handkerchief. Book Two: A Glass Vanish - Gee! - Undercover - Another 4 Ace Trick - Your Pulse Tells - A Card and a Number - Baker's Bill Switch - Unsight and Unseen - Sex Appeal - Come Seven - Lost and Found - Something from Nothing - Pass the Salt - Button Button - The Name is. - Me and the Missus - A Novel Escape - The Milky Way
Big Book of Magic Tricks
Author: Karl Fulves
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486170772
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
"The best book yet on easy-to-do magic." — Martin Gardner Amaze friends, astonish your family, and fascinate any audience by infallibly dealing a royal flush, correctly predicting the outcome of the World Series, unmasking a psychic fraud, and performing a host of other dazzling deceptions. You can do it with the help of this book, one of the best guides to magic tricks that don't require long hours of practice or elaborate preparation. You'll find invaluable techniques — clearly demonstrated with abundant illustrations — for accomplishing magical feats with cards, coins, rope, comedy magic, mental displays of dexterity and much more, as well as expert advice for practicing psychological misdirection and dramatic presentation. Although the tricks in this book require little in the way of props, sleight of hand or a high degree of skill, the effects they produce are astounding. Novices especially will find Big Book of Magic Tricks a wonderful introduction to the art of conjuring but the book is crammed with so much choice new information that even professional magicians can learn something. "This book is quality — the tricks are effective, the methods ingenious, and the advice Fulves gives on presenting the tricks properly is excellent." — Robert Dike Blair
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486170772
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
"The best book yet on easy-to-do magic." — Martin Gardner Amaze friends, astonish your family, and fascinate any audience by infallibly dealing a royal flush, correctly predicting the outcome of the World Series, unmasking a psychic fraud, and performing a host of other dazzling deceptions. You can do it with the help of this book, one of the best guides to magic tricks that don't require long hours of practice or elaborate preparation. You'll find invaluable techniques — clearly demonstrated with abundant illustrations — for accomplishing magical feats with cards, coins, rope, comedy magic, mental displays of dexterity and much more, as well as expert advice for practicing psychological misdirection and dramatic presentation. Although the tricks in this book require little in the way of props, sleight of hand or a high degree of skill, the effects they produce are astounding. Novices especially will find Big Book of Magic Tricks a wonderful introduction to the art of conjuring but the book is crammed with so much choice new information that even professional magicians can learn something. "This book is quality — the tricks are effective, the methods ingenious, and the advice Fulves gives on presenting the tricks properly is excellent." — Robert Dike Blair
My First Magic Book
Author: Lawrence Leyton
Publisher: Kids Play
ISBN: 9781564583192
Category : Big books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A refreshing addition to the popular My First Activity series. Created by a top professional magician/illusionist, this book is chocked full of tricks that are virtually foolproof, require minimal adult supervision, and use equipment commonly found around the house. Full-color photos. Available in September.
Publisher: Kids Play
ISBN: 9781564583192
Category : Big books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A refreshing addition to the popular My First Activity series. Created by a top professional magician/illusionist, this book is chocked full of tricks that are virtually foolproof, require minimal adult supervision, and use equipment commonly found around the house. Full-color photos. Available in September.
My First Book of Magic Tricks
Author: Gordon Hill
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781405447416
Category : Magic tricks
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781405447416
Category : Magic tricks
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
101 Easy-to-Do Magic Tricks
Author: Bill Tarr
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486139859
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
DIVIllustrations, simple instructions for performing over 100 tricks, including The Inexhaustible Hat, The Chinese Rings, Steel Through Steel, Fingers That See, much more. /div
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486139859
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
DIVIllustrations, simple instructions for performing over 100 tricks, including The Inexhaustible Hat, The Chinese Rings, Steel Through Steel, Fingers That See, much more. /div
Al Baker's Books of Magic Tricks - Book One & Two
Author: Al Baker
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 144654642X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Originally published in 1933, this collection contains both of the works on magic put together by the author. It features detailed explanations of his many tricks, accompanied by clear diagrams, and offers much in way of practical advice and information to today's magician, whether amateur or professional. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include - Book One: The Pack that Cuts Itself - The One Man ''Lights Up'' Séance - A Card and a Number - Al Baker's Pet Hat Trick - Al Baker's Rising Cards - ''Feel My Pulse'' - The Al Bakers Wrist Tie - The Impossible Card Discovery - Cards of Thought - Al Baker's Addition Trick - Another Rope is Cut and Restored - The Finger Points - The Matchmakers - ''Say When'' - Al Baker's Billet Mystery - Self Unknotting Handkerchief. Book Two: A Glass Vanish - Gee! - Undercover - Another 4 Ace Trick - Your Pulse Tells - A Card and a Number - Baker's Bill Switch - Unsight and Unseen - Sex Appeal - Come Seven - Lost and Found - Something from Nothing - Pass the Salt - Button Button - The Name is. - Me and the Missus - A Novel Escape - The Milky Way
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 144654642X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Originally published in 1933, this collection contains both of the works on magic put together by the author. It features detailed explanations of his many tricks, accompanied by clear diagrams, and offers much in way of practical advice and information to today's magician, whether amateur or professional. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include - Book One: The Pack that Cuts Itself - The One Man ''Lights Up'' Séance - A Card and a Number - Al Baker's Pet Hat Trick - Al Baker's Rising Cards - ''Feel My Pulse'' - The Al Bakers Wrist Tie - The Impossible Card Discovery - Cards of Thought - Al Baker's Addition Trick - Another Rope is Cut and Restored - The Finger Points - The Matchmakers - ''Say When'' - Al Baker's Billet Mystery - Self Unknotting Handkerchief. Book Two: A Glass Vanish - Gee! - Undercover - Another 4 Ace Trick - Your Pulse Tells - A Card and a Number - Baker's Bill Switch - Unsight and Unseen - Sex Appeal - Come Seven - Lost and Found - Something from Nothing - Pass the Salt - Button Button - The Name is. - Me and the Missus - A Novel Escape - The Milky Way
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Magic Tricks
Author: Tom Ogden
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028627076
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
Presents step-by-step instructions for performing hundreds of tricks, provides tips on establishing a stage presence, and offers methods and styles of master magicians
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028627076
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
Presents step-by-step instructions for performing hundreds of tricks, provides tips on establishing a stage presence, and offers methods and styles of master magicians
Goops and How to Be Them
Author: Gelett Burgess
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486222332
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
A manual of etiquette in verse covering table manners, hospitality, tidiness, obedience, and other rules of general conduct.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486222332
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
A manual of etiquette in verse covering table manners, hospitality, tidiness, obedience, and other rules of general conduct.
Easy Magic Tricks
Author: Anthony Galvin
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1444131559
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Whether you are a budding magician wanting to discover the basics of modern magic or an experienced hobbyist wanting to develop further, this book will enable you to quickly and easily master extraordinary magic tricks and skills that will astound and enthrall your audience. Using everyday objects to perform mind-boggling illusions, you will be able to become a confident and competent magician. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of magic tricks. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Publisher: Teach Yourself
ISBN: 1444131559
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Whether you are a budding magician wanting to discover the basics of modern magic or an experienced hobbyist wanting to develop further, this book will enable you to quickly and easily master extraordinary magic tricks and skills that will astound and enthrall your audience. Using everyday objects to perform mind-boggling illusions, you will be able to become a confident and competent magician. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of magic tricks. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Old Songs and Singing Games
Author: Richard Chase
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486228792
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
"Go Tell Aunt Rhody," "Frog Went A-Courting," "Cocky Robin" and 18 others from Appalachia. All standard verses are given. 4 diagrams.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486228792
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
"Go Tell Aunt Rhody," "Frog Went A-Courting," "Cocky Robin" and 18 others from Appalachia. All standard verses are given. 4 diagrams.
Fun with Science
Author: George Barr
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486280004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Instructions on how to do demonstrations with electricity, magnetism, air pressure, and other scientific principles
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486280004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Instructions on how to do demonstrations with electricity, magnetism, air pressure, and other scientific principles