Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs and Others

Sachs, Edwin T.

ISBN 10: 1406791504 / ISBN 13: 9781406791501

Published by Read Books, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs and Others
• Publisher: Read Books
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1406791504
• ISBN 13: 9781406791501
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This text comprises a practical guide to a variety of impressive and baffling sleight of hand tricks. Containing clear, concise instructions and helpful illustrations, this is a text that will be of much interest to the amateur magician and will also be of some value to the seasoned conjurer with an interest in increasing their magical repertoire. Many old books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are proud to republish this book text here complete with a new introduction on magic tricks.

Synopsis

Contents Include: PART 1: DRAWING ROOM MAGIC: Coin Palming - Tricks with Coins - Tricks with Common Objects - Tricks with Cups and Balls - Tricks with Handkerchiefs - Chinese Tricks - Tricks at Table - Tricks with Cards PART 2: STAGE MAGIC: General Remarks - The Magician's Table and Dress - Sleights and Properties for General Use - Tricks with Cards - Tricks with Handkerchiefs and Gloves - Tricks with Coins - Miscellaneous Tricks - The Cornucopian Hat - Tricks with Watches and Livestock - Sham Mesmerism, Clairvoyance, Etc - Some Up to Date Tricks - Final Instructions