Discover proven stage illusions with detailed construction and practical tricks in this classic compendium.
This collection explains how a variety of onstage tricks are built and operated, from cabinets and traps to flower production and trunk effects. Clear diagrams and practical notes illuminate the mechanics, making complex illusions more approachable for both hobbyists and professionals.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an essential guide to stage illusions, providing both an interesting compendium of classic magic tricks and a historic look at the development and progression of the art of conjuring. Throughout the book, the author discusses the inherent appeal of illusion, grounded in the human fascination with the impossible, the uncanny, and the mysterious. He explores the various subgenres of stage illusions, as well as the impact of technology and social change on the artform. This book is engagingly written with clear and detailed explanations of a wide range of illusions, from vanishing ladies to levitating bodies, and from ghostly apparitions to productions of live animals. The author explores the psychological principles that underpin the success of stage illusions, emphasizing the crucial role of misdirection, timing, and the suspension of disbelief. By examining the techniques and strategies employed by illusionists, the author provides insight into the creative process behind these captivating performances, and the enduring power of magic to entertain and astound. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330078679_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330078679
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330078679
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)