Illusionology : the secret science of magic / by Albert D. Schafer ; [illustrations by Levi Pinfold and David Wyatt, with Tomislav Tomić].
Do you wonder how Harry Houdini performed his amazing escapes? Are you burning to learn the art of making a beautiful woman appear to levitate? Look closely, for the secrets of the world's most famous magicians and illusionists - from the ancient Egyptians through the early twentieth century "Handcuff King" himself - are contained within! More than a fascinating history of magic through the ages, Illusionology is an indispensable guide unveiling step-by-step instructions for more than twenty-five astonishing feats.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780763655884
- ISBN: 0763655880
- Physical Description: 1 volume (upaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 31 cm.
- Edition: First United States edition
- Publisher: Somerville, Mass. : Candlewick Press, 2012.
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Includes various fold-outs, cards, and other magic trick items.
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
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- Subject:
- Magic tricks > History > Juvenile literature.
Optical illusions > Juvenile literature. - Genre:
- Toy and movable books.
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Available copies
- 5 of 8 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 0 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library. (Show)
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- 0 current holds with 8 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Branch Library | JUV 793.8 SCH (Text) | 37810435386569 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Checked out | 08/20/2026 |
| Black Mountain Library | j793.8 SCH (Text) | 0020510803420 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Henderson Main Branch | J793.8 S (Text) | 33258009944311 | Juvenile Nonfiction | In transit | - |
| Lexington Public Library | J 793.8 S (Text) | 25908005879767 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Lexington Public Library | J 793.8 S (Text) | 25908006496769 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Oakley/South Asheville Library | j793.8 SCH (Text) | 0020510625732 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Pack Memorial Library | j793.8 SCH (Text) | 0020510218181 | Juvenile Nonfiction Display | Available | - |
| Pack Memorial Library | j793.8 SCH (Text) | 0020513432805 | Juvenile Nonfiction Display | Checked out | 08/20/2026 |
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