The Usborne Complete Book of Magic by C. Evans & I. Keable-Elliot - Book

This book contains magic tricks for every occasion, explained in illustrated, step-by-step detail; more than this, it describes the skills of showmanship and presentation vital to the art of magic.Slight of hand, patter, misdirecting the audience, how to put a routine together and rehearse it, the history of magic and even tips on making magic a career are all discussed.Suitable for children of 10 and over, the Usborne Complete Book of Magic is full of the glamour and excitement of magic, while teaching the practical skills in a straightforward, easy-to-follow way. CONTENTS2 About magic4 Kinds of magic6 Props 8 Acting and the magician10 Misdirection12 Patter14 Silent acts15 Costume16 Rehearsing18 Assistants, volunteers and stooges 20 When things go wrong22 Planning an act24 Being a professional26 The story of magic28 Famous names30 Cards: first handling skills32 Close-up cards 134 Close-up cards 236 Close-up coins38 Close-up with other props40 Silent magic: card manipulation42 Silent magic: coin manipulation44 Manipulating billiard balls45 Manipulating thimbles46 Cabaret magic48 Cabaret magic 250 Mentalism52 Children's magic54 Escapology55 Illusions56 Quick effects58 Props to make60 Magic variations62 Magic information64 Index