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Abracadabra : the story of magic through the ages

by Newquist, H. P.

Format: Print Book 2015
Availability: Available at 8 Libraries 8 of 10 copies

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Summary

Magic is a word we use to describe something amazing, awe-inspiring, or spectacular. Truly great magic makes us believe in things we know can't be real. In the hands of the greatest magicians, even a simple card trick can become truly wondrous.

Now, in this nonfiction narrative of magic through the ages, HP Newquist explains how the world's most famous tricks were created. From the oracles of ancient Egypt and the wizards of medieval Europe on to the exploits of Houdini and modern practitioners like Criss Angel, this book unlocks the secrets behind centuries of magic and illusion.

Fully illustrated and including step-by-step instructions for eight classic magic tricks, this book will have middle-grade readers spellbound.

Published Reviews
Booklist Review: "As promised, this title gives readers a tour of the history of magic and magicians, from an Egyptian painting of the classic ball-and-cup trick, through Europe's Dark Ages, and into modern times. Each chapter ends with an explanation of a trick with instructions for readers to practice on their own, with a few adjustments cutting a person in half, for instance, involves a paper doll. Injecting his text with ample enthusiasm, Newquist is clearly excited about the topic. He uses exclusively male pronouns, which may bother some readers, but he provides an informative note explaining the dearth of women in the field. Inset boxes provide further information about tools of the trade, such as lighting, mirrors, special boxes, and the all-important assistant, and well-executed spot art adds visual interest and helps illustrate the intricacies of some of the tricks. Extensive endnotes direct readers to resources elsewhere, including a few websites for learning more sleight of hand. There aren't many books for kids on the history of magic, and fledgling magicians will be spellbound.--Harold, Suzanne Copyright 2015 Booklist"
From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.
Additional Information
Subjects Magic tricks -- History -- Juvenile literature.
Magic -- History -- Juvenile literature.
Magic tricks -- History.
Magic -- History.
Publisher New York :Henry Holt and Company,2015
Edition First edition.
Contributors Ivanov, O. (Olga), illustrator.
Ivanov, A. (Aleksey), illustrator.
Language English
Description xi, 148 pages ; 24 cm
ISBN 9780312593216
031259321X
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