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Magic in Theory
Peter Lamont
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Description for Magic in Theory
Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 10 b/w photos & 20 diagrams. BIC Classification: HRQX; JMX; VXQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 151 x 14. Weight in Grams: 322.
A useful manual for any magician, or for anyone who wonders why the tricks seem so real, this guide examines the psychological aspects of a magician''s work. Exploring the ways in which human psychology plays into the methods of conjuring, rather than focusing on the individual tricks themselves, the book explains general principles of magic. Chapters on the use of misdirection, sleight of hand, and reconstruction, provide a better understanding of this ancient art and a section on psychics warns of their deceptive magic skills.
A useful manual for any magician, or for anyone who wonders why the tricks seem so real, this guide examines the psychological aspects of a magician''s work. Exploring the ways in which human psychology plays into the methods of conjuring, rather than focusing on the individual tricks themselves, the book explains general principles of magic. Chapters on the use of misdirection, sleight of hand, and reconstruction, provide a better understanding of this ancient art and a section on psychics warns of their deceptive magic skills.
Product Details
Publisher
University of Hertfordshire Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
Weight
320g
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Hatfield, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781902806501
SKU
V9781902806501
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99-50
About Peter Lamont
Peter Lamont is a research fellow at the Koestler Parapsychology unit at the University of Edinburgh. He is the author of "The Rise of the Indian Rope Trick." Richard Wiseman heads the psychology research unit at the University of Hertfordshire. He is the author of "The Luck Factor."
Reviews for Magic in Theory
""Magic in Theory" is charmingly clear, admirably erudite and highly readable. The chapters are gently authoritative without being numbingly complex, and sober while avoiding 'academic' sterility. Highly recommended."
"Fortean Times "
"Fortean Times "