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  • Indian Conjuring

    by L. H. Branson ...
    "Indian Conjuring" by L. H. Branson is a captivating exploration of the mystical world of Indian magic and illusion. The book delves into the rich traditions of conjuring in India, showcasing the unique techniques and performances that have fascinated audiences for centuries. Branson, with his keen insight and engaging writing style, brings to life the stories of legendary magicians and their ... Read more

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  • The World of Magic: 13 Classic Books on Tricks and Illusions

    Thirteen Classic Guides to Conjuring, Sleight of Hand, and Stage Illusion

    by Albert A. Hopkins, Henry Ridgely Evans, A. Anderson, H. Boaz, Professor Hoffmann, L. H. Branson, Arthur Ainslie, Herbert De Caston, George Arnold, Frank Cahill, William K. David, Henry Perkins, Chung Ling Soo ...
    The World of Magic gathers thirteen classic manuals and reflections on conjuring, illusion, and stagecraft into a capacious archive of theatrical knowledge. Ranging from practical instructions for sleight of hand and apparatus to discussions of mentalism, grand illusion, and the psychology of deception, the volume reveals magic as both popular entertainment and a sophisticated art of perception. ... Read more

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  • The Sorcerer's Library: 15 Books of Magic

    Classic Conjuring, Escapology, Mentalism, and the History of Theatrical Illusion

    by Albert A. Hopkins, Henry Ridgely Evans, A. Anderson, H. Boaz, Professor Hoffmann, L. H. Branson, Arthur Ainslie, Herbert De Caston, George Arnold, Frank Cahill, Henry Perkins, Chung Ling Soo, Hercat, Hereward Carrington, Harry Houdini ...
    The Sorcerer's Library: 15 Books of Magic assembles a capacious archive of conjuring literature, where practical instruction, theatrical lore, skeptical inquiry, and wonder-working imagination meet. Its selections range from close descriptions of sleights, apparatus, and stage effects to reflections on illusion, psychical claims, and the cultural history of magic. Particularly compelling are the ... Read more

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  • Magic Tricks Collection: 16 Fascinating Books

    Victorian and Edwardian Secrets of Sleight, Escapology, Illusion, and Misdirection

    by Albert A. Hopkins, Henry Ridgely Evans, A. Anderson, H. Boaz, Professor Hoffmann, L. H. Branson, Arthur Ainslie, Herbert De Caston, George Arnold, Frank Cahill, William K. David, Henry Perkins, Chung Ling Soo, Hercat, Hereward Carrington, Harry Houdini ...
    Magic Tricks Collection: 16 Fascinating Books surveys the rich, hybrid literature of conjuring: practical manuals, theatrical reflections, puzzle-like explanations, historical anecdotes, and accounts of illusion's psychological force. Its pages move between sleight of hand, apparatus magic, mind-reading, stage presentation, and the ethics of deception, revealing magic as both a craft and a form of ... Read more

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  • Indian Conjuring

    Mystical Legends and Supernatural Tales of Colonial India

    by L. H. Branson ...
    In "Indian Conjuring," L. H. Branson presents an incisive exploration of the rich tapestry of magical practices found within Indian culture. The book blends a meticulous ethnographic approach with lyrical prose, immersing readers in the intricate rituals and beliefs surrounding Indian folk magic. Branson's literary style transitions seamlessly between narrative storytelling and scholarly analysis, ... Read more

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  • Indian Conjuring - With 8 Illustrations

    by L. H. Branson ...
    First published in 1922, “Indian Conjuring” is an illustrated guide to Indian magic tricks by Major L. H. Branson (1879 – 1946), a British officer in the British Indian Army and magician. It includes explanations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of magic tricks that the author came across while serving in colonial India during the early twentieth century. Contents include: “A Comparison ... Read more

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  • Kate Greenaway's Book of Games

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  • The Cold Embrace

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    Exploring Japanese Childhood: Folktales, Traditions, and Cultural Insights

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