Magic: A Beginner's Guide (Oneworld Beginner's Guides)
Ralley, Robert
ISBN 10: 1851687130 ISBN 13: 9781851687138
Published by Oneworld Publications, 2010
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The mysterious art of magic has been a source of wonderment since before the time of Christ. Shape shifting between the supernatural practices of 'real' magic and demonstrations of dazzling illusion, magic has been used to conjure the evil eye, burn villages to the ground, slice women in half, and save men from being crushed to death by five tonnes of cement. Robert Ralley's history takes us deep into this magical underworld to reveal the astounding stories of some of the world's greatest magicians. From the astrology of the three wise men to Harry Houdini's escapology, and David Blain's endurance tests, Ralley illustrates the changing perceptions of magic and the dangerous balance between illusion, fraud, and devilry that still exists today.
About the Author:
Robert Ralley is a Research Associate at the Department of History and Philosophy of Science, University of Cambridge. Ralley lives in Ely, near Cambridge, England.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Magic: A Beginner's Guide (Oneworld ...
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good