Abracadabra the story of magic through the ages

"Magic is a word we use to describe something amazing, awe-inspiring, or spectaular. 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 become truly wondrous. Now, in this nonfiction narrative of magic th...

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Main Author: Newquist, H. P. (Author)
Other Authors: Ivanov, A. (Illustrator), Ivanov, O. (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: New York : Henry Holt and Company, 2015.
Edition: First edition.
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Summary: "Magic is a word we use to describe something amazing, awe-inspiring, or spectaular. 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 become truly wondrous. Now, in this nonfiction narrative of magic through the ages, HP Newquist explains how the world's most famous tricks were created. 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." -- Provided by publisher.
Physical Description: xi, 148 pages ; 24 cm
ISBN: 9780312593216 (hardback)
031259321X (hardback)
Author Notes: 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.