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Magic in Theory : An Introduction to the Theoretical and Psychological Elements of Conjuring
by Peter Lamont and Richard Wiseman
Overview
A useful manual for any magician or curious spectator 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 alone, this explanation of the general principles of magic includes chapters on the use of misdirection, sleight of hand, and reconstruction, provides a better understanding of this ancient art, and offers a section on psychics that warns of their deceptive magic skills.
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- ISBN-13: 9781902806501
- ISBN-10: 1902806506
- Publisher: University of Hertfordshire Press
- Publish Date: October 2005
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.3 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.6 pounds
- Page Count: 192
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