Magic Art by Holmes Donald (44 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 152.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Good hardcover in green boards. Overall a great reading copy. Bright gilt embossed lettering to the front panel. No markings to the text or illustrations. Rubbing to the spine and rear panel of the boards. 234 pp.

PF. Condition: New.

Hardcover. First Edition. Octavo, 234 pages. In Good condition. Spine has gold lettering on green background. No dust jacket. Bound in green cloth with gold lettering on the front and spine. Spine is dented and frayed at the top. Some sporting on front and back.Corners show slight wear. Binding is cocked. Text block with light plus age toning. Shelved in Room B. 1391944. Special Collections.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. SIGNED and dated 1920 by Donald Holmes on the front free endpaper. First Edition, First Printing, 1920. Noted as Volume 1 but this was the only book published in the series. Clean and tightly bound in brown cloth with gold titles. Light edge wear and hint of spine slant. The bookplate of magician John McArdle is attached to the free endpaper and a penciled note about this edition. The contents are clean and unmarked. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Illlustrated. Very good, tight, clean copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Donald Holmes January 1920 Binding: Hardcover light wear to extremities.

Condition: Very Good. The Magic Art Being Volume I of the Magic Art Series. Green cloth with gilt stamping on front cover and spine. Pictorial frontispiece, illustrated, 234 pages. Corners slightly rubbed, soiling to covers, else in good to very good condition. Condition may vary slightly.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Clean and tight. Former owner's name on the front end paper.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Green boards with gilt title to front and spine. Minor rubbing to board corners, head and tail of spine.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the art of suggestion through magic tricks, offering magicians and enthusiasts alike a treasure trove of original and time-tested illusions. Expanding on centuries-old principles, the author provides a practical guide to captivating techniques that leverage suggestion to create mind-bending spectacles. With an emphasis on intimate, close-up magic, this book empowers performers to turn everyday objects into extraordinary sources of wonder. The author unveils a secret method of exchanging objects under the noses of spectators, allowing for seamless transpositions and baffling escapes of handkerchiefs, rings, and even eggs. Readers will also discover how to transform one silk handkerchief into another, make borrowed objects vanish and reappear invisibly, and restore torn and mutilated objects in breathtaking fashion. Each trick is meticulously explained, providing clear instructions and variations to suit different performance settings. The author's passion for the art of magic shines through, inspiring readers to elevate their performances and astound their audiences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hb. Condition: VG. Dust Jacket Condition: None. First Edition. Green cloth on boards with gilt titles and few only light marks and rubbed spots. Spine: head & foot with thin bumping and mild rubbing. Clean content. B/w illustrations. Last refp page has been neatly trimmed in half vertically. Binding is As New. 234p.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Unstated. The Magic Art, Being by Holmes, Donald Self Published, 1920, unstated edition Hardback in good condition. Text is clean and unmarked, binding tight, some tanning of pages due to age. Cover is green cloth in good condition, some rubs bottom spine, gold embossing. Chapter one is the Fairyland of Magic, Chapter two covers some accessories and artifices of general utility, Chapter three cover the various tricks original and otherwise, Chapter 4 covers working up your act. B&W photos and illustrations, 234 pages. Book.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnUnlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketc.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Immerse yourself in the wondrous world of magic with this captivating book, a comprehensive guide to the art of conjuring. From its ancient origins in spiritual ceremonies to its modern-day iterations as entertainment, this book traces the evolution of magic throughout history. The author, a renowned magician, shares his expertise on various aspects of the craft, including sleight-of-hand techniques, optical illusions, and audience engagement. With a special focus on natural magic, the book delves into the principles of physics and psychology that enable seemingly impossible feats. The author explores the crucial role of misdirection and patter in the performance of magic, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and engaging the audience's imagination. The text is complemented by detailed explanations of classic tricks, providing readers with step-by-step instructions to amaze their friends and family. Whether you're an aspiring magician or simply curious about the secrets behind the illusions, this book offers a fascinating journey into the realm of the extraordinary, revealing the artistry and scientific ingenuity that make magic a timeless art form. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Green cloth, gilt titles. 1st Edition. The author was a dealer in magic devices in Kansas City. Four typed letters signed by the author regarding orders dated 1929 and 1930 laid in. weight: 1.0 lb. Very good, slightly cocked. Numerous illustrations. 20x13.5 cm. xviii, 234 pp.

Gebunden. Condition: New. KlappentextThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original w.

Gebunden. Condition: New. KlappentextThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original w.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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