Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Magic Tricks written by Tom Ogden and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1998-11-01 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents step-by-step instructions for performing hundreds of tricks, provides tips on establishing a stage presence, and offers methods and styles of master magicians

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Street Magic written by Tom Ogden and published by Alpha. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forget about David Copperfield, cruise ship illusionists, and birthday party magicians. They're so old school, so 20th century. The conjuring that people starting out in magic today want to do is edgier, grittier, quick, visual, and maybe a little dangerous - magic to the max. Welcome to the world of street magic! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Street Magicwill teach you how to do it! Even some of the simplest stunts, if performed effectively, have the same strong potential to amaze onlookers as the more challenging feats. Out of the literally thousands of tricks that can be included, only those that are the most direct and have the greatest impact, both visually and psychologically, will appear in the book. Each magical effect will be rated on a scale from one-to-three stars, easy to difficult, according to how hard it is to learn and/or to perform.

Download or read book Scarne on Card Tricks written by John Scarne and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marvelous treasury of card magic presents exact details of 155 professional card tricks that anyone can learn. Card wizard John Scarne reworked these tricks to eliminate the need for sleight-of-hand. Simple instructions and clear diagrams illustrate Houdini's "Card on the Ceiling," Blackstone's "Card Trick Without Cards," Milton Berle's "Quickie Card Deal," more.

Download or read book The Trick written by Emanuel Bergmann and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Sweeping between Prague during World War II and modern day Los Angeles, this ... debut follows a young Jewish man in 1934 who falls in love and joins the circus as the country descends into war. Decades later, a young boy seeks out the now cynical, elderly magician in the hopes that his spells might keep his family together"--

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Positive Dog Training written by Pamela Dennison and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at positive training methods, including basic commands, puppy socialization, dealing with aggression, correcting bad behaviors, and crate training.

Download or read book Magic For Dummies written by David Pogue and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1998-08-14 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You don’t need a white tiger, expensive props, or hours of preparation to do magic. With a little practice, some clever misdirection (which lays at the heart of all magic tricks), and showmanship, you can surprise family, friends, and coworkers using a few everyday items! If you’re looking to saw a beautiful women in half or make buildings disappear, we’re sorry, but this book isn’t you. But if you want to act out little miracles that you can perform on the spur of the moment with items that are usually within reach, then Magic For Dummies can show you how. Magic For Dummies features more than 90 easy-to-perform deceptions, illusions, and sleights of hand for any event or occasion. You’ll discover how to perform entertaining card tricks, coin tricks, disappearing acts, as well as the always-popular mind reading trick. You’ll even see how easy it is to make money disappear as well as melt a saltshaker! Chock-full of show-stopping tricks, Magic For Dummies will: Get you started with easy-to-learn magic tricks Let you turn a restaurant into a your stage with tricks that include utensils, mugs, and even food Show you how to use a deck of cards to perform endless magic tricks Make you the life of the party with tricks such as “Call This Number,” “The Strength Test,” and “The Phantom Photo” Get you out of tough situations by giving you ten things to say when things go wrong Filled with photos, patter, and presentation tips for every trick in the book, Magic For Dummies offers a great opportunity to become familiar with some of the coolest magic tricks ever performed. With the help of author David Pogue and the stunning tricks contributed by thirty-five of America’s top professional magicians, you’ll be leaving your friends, family, and coworkers spellbound at your mastery of the mystical arts.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Amigurumi written by June Gilbank and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-10-05 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating an Amigurumi of one's own... Amigurumi, the traditional Japanese art of knitted or crocheted stuffed figures, is a craft that is sweeping the country. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Amigurumi crafters will learn the basic stitches of crochet, how to make basic shapes (heads, arms, legs, torsos), stuffing techniques, and embellishments such as hair, eyes, and tassels. They will also learn how to make flowers and vegetables, and will acquire the tools to be able to let their imaginations run wild and create their own unique and adorable Amigurumi. Easy-to-follow instructions and patterns for the absolute beginner. The only book that teaches readers how to make their own Amigurumi (not just follow patterns) Includes several complete patterns Author is a foremost expert on Amigurumi

Download or read book 101 Easy to Do Magic Tricks written by Bill Tarr and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-04-30 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVIllustrations, simple instructions for performing over 100 tricks, including The Inexhaustible Hat, The Chinese Rings, Steel Through Steel, Fingers That See, much more. /div

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Freemasonry 2nd Edition written by S. Brent Morris, Ph.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-02-21 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Freemasonry is an ancient secret society shrouded in obscurity. Fascination with the mysteries of the Masons reached a fevered pitch after the release of Dan Brown’s novels Angels and Demons, The Da Vinci Code, and The Lost Symbol. But these novels and their related movies raised more questions than they answered. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Freemasonry, Second Edition, fills readers in on the truths behind the mysteries. In it, readers get: - A fact-filled overview of the birth and beginnings of Freemasonry, including its relationship to the Knights Templar and Egypt. - Fascinating facts about famous Masons. - An explanation of the various Masonic organizations, such as the York and Scottish rites, and the Shriners. - A behind-the-scenes look at what really goes on in a Masonic lodge, including initiations. - A new walking tour of Washington, DC, pointing out the hidden Masonic symbols featured in The Lost Symbol. - Scripts for Masonic rituals, giving a flavor of the language used in such ceremonies. - A field guide to Masonic symbols and regalia, with photos and explanations of significance. - The history behind Masonic philanthropic efforts and youth groups. - A history of African-American Freemasonry and the role of women in Masonic organizations.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Ghosts and Hauntings written by Tom Ogden and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You're no idiot, of course. You know Casper was a friendly ghost and that the Phantom Hitchhiker is someone you'd rather not meet on a deserted highway late at night. But when it comes to knowing the authentic roots of ghost stories--and which ones remain unexplained to this day--you don't stand a ghost of a chance. Don't get spirited away yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Ghosts and Hauntings is an eerie investigation into the firsthand accounts, legends, literature, and dramatic works surrounding the world of ghosts. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

Download or read book The Illustrated Compendium of Magic Tricks written by Nicholas Einhorn and published by Southwater. This book was released on 2015-06-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the secrets of conjuring tricks from the expert, shown in 2500 clear photographs.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Surviving Anything written by Patrick Sauer and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers guidelines on basic lifesaving skills from CPR to wound dressing, surviving harsh climates and terrains, handling emergenies on the road or in the home, and preparing for personal attacks and disasters.

Download or read book Heroes of Magic written by John Fisher and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acclaimed television producer and author John Fisher has assembled an unparalleled cast in the pages of Heroes of Magic. Combining firsthand experience and behind-the-scenes stories with deep historical understanding, each profile captures the essence of its subject. Weaving together life stories, anecdotes, and historical accomplishments, these pages contain rich and personal profiles of lives often shrouded in secrecy.Here, both struggles and triumphs are all on exhibit. From the kindhearted conjuring of David Devant to the thought-thievery of Maurice Fogel; from the laugh-provoking trickery of Tommy Cooper and Jay Marshall to the adroit sleight-of-hand of Ricky Jay and Cardini; from the grand illusions of Richiardi and Robert Harbin to the elegant sorcery of Fred Kaps and Rene Lavand, these magicians attained a status of something much more than mere entertainers.Each one created miracles that persist, and personas that inspire the imagination, one generation after another. Through the pages of Heroes of Magic, and the insider's view they provide, now you can understand what made that possible.448 oversize pages in deluxe cloth bound hardcover with dust-jacket, illustrated with hundreds of photographs.With an introduction by Joel Hodgson, creator of Mystery Science Theater 3000, and an afterword by noted theatrical illusion designer Paul Kieve.

Download or read book Magic Tricks written by SK SAHOO and published by eClicQ Publications. This book was released on 2024-08-22 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the Magic in Your Hands: Easy Tricks, Instant Amazement! Step into the world of magic where the impossible becomes possible, and you hold the power to amaze! "Magic Tricks: Learn Easy-to-Do Magic Tricks" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of illusion without the need for fancy props or years of practice. Perfect for aspiring magicians of all ages, this book is packed with mind-blowing tricks that are easy to learn and impossible to forget. Imagine the look of astonishment on your friends’ faces as you make objects disappear, read minds, or bend reality with just a flick of your wrist. Whether you’re performing at parties, entertaining kids, or just want to add a dash of magic to everyday life, these tricks will leave your audience spellbound. What’s inside? Instant Magic: Learn tricks you can perform with items you already have at home. Step-by-Step Secrets: Clear, illustrated instructions that guide you through each trick. Performance Tips: Master the art of showmanship to dazzle any crowd. Creative Customization: Add your own flair to classic tricks or invent new ones! Turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences with this fun and accessible guide. No complicated setups, no expensive props—just pure magic at your fingertips. "Magic Tricks: Learn Easy-to-Do Magic Tricks" is your ticket to becoming the star of the show, wherever you go. Ready to make magic? Open the book, and let the wonder begin!

Download or read book The Magician and the Cardsharp written by Karl Johnson and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2006-07-25 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A famous magician's journey to find the greatest cardsharp ever evokes the forgotten world of magic where Americans found escape during the Great Depression It has the nostalgic quality of an old-fashioned fable, but Karl Johnson's The Magician and the Cardsharp is a true story that lovingly re-creates the sparkle of a vanished world. Here, set against the backdrop of America struggling through the Depression, is the world of magic, a realm of stars, sleight of hand, and sin where dreams could be realized - or stolen away. Following the Crash of '29, Dai Vernon, known by magicians as "the man who fooled Houdini," is tramping down Midwestern backroads, barely making ends meet. While swapping secrets with a Mexican gambler, he hears of a guy he doesn't quite believe is real - a legendary mystery man who deals perfectly from the center of the deck and who locals call the greatest cardsharp of all time. Determined to find the reclusive genius, Vernon sets out on a journey through America's shady, slick, and sinful side - from mob-run Kansas City through railroad towns that looked sleepy only in the daytime. Does he find the sharp? Well, Karl Johnson did - after years of research into Vernon's colorful quest, research that led him to places he never knew existed. Johnson takes us to the cardsharp's doorstep and shows us how he bestowed on Vernon the greatest secret in magic. The Magician and the Cardsharp is a unique and endlessly entertaining piece of history that reveals the artistry and obsession of a special breed of American showmen.

Download or read book The Magic Show Book written by and published by DK Children. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abracadabra Kids will amaze friends and family with this pop-up magic show book. The Magic Show Book becomes part of the show as young magicians craft their own wand from its pages and interact with props, pop-ups, and pull-tabs to perform card tricks, mind-reading predictions, and much more. Kids can wave their new magic wand to conjure up a spectacular show with easy-to-perform but sure to amaze illusions using coins, cards, dice, and rope. Watch and be astounded as they make a coin jump from one hand to the other, saw a (paper) snake in half, and much more. The book's special flaps guide them through tricks, and hidden instructions make the act as seamless as possible. The audience never sees the notes and the paper engineering is part of the magic. The Magic Show Book is a performance in a book, full of mystifying magic that will occupy kids and astonish audiences.

Download or read book The Ultimate Compendium of Magic Tricks written by Nicholas Einhorn and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: