Abracadabra: The Story of Magic Through the Ages
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (575 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 031259321X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Magic is a word we use to describe something amazing, awe-inspiring, or spectacular. 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.. 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 be
Good for any young reader interested in magic Sandra F. Strange This entertaining history of magicians through the ages includes directions for eight basic magic "tricks," and is aimed at 10-11 year olds. (Engaging and informative for everyone interested in magic and magicians). Alan Sandler said Interesting. Very interesting short read.
Though this volume lacks the colorful illustrations found in Patrice Sherman's The Secret, Mystifying, Unusual History of Magic (Capstone, 2010) and Peter Eldin's Magic (Kingfisher, 1997), it's well written and should appeal to readers with a passion for the subject. VERDICT A good choice for libraries where there is a demand for in-depth information on magic and where existing titles focus on performing tricks.—Margaret Nunes, Gwinnett County Public Library, GA . Newquist does not hesitate to give away trade secrets but also admi
HP Newquist is the author of more than a dozen books for both children and adults, including For Boys Only and This Will Kill You. He has written hundreds of magazine articles and several documentaries, covering topics from medicine to music. . He spends his time exploring the world and researching books with his wife and two daughters