Lamb, Geoffrey Frederick

Instructions for performing a variety of informal and seemingly impromptu magic tricks with everyday objects and in close proximity to the audience.

Examines a number of different ways of writing secret messages, including invisible ink and a variety of ciphers. Gives suggestions and aids for code-breaking.

Instructions for performing tricks involving apparent "mental magic.".

Explains step-by-step the execution of a variety of card tricks emphasizing the subtle art of "misdirection.".

A dictionary of terms defining and exploring the apparatus, tricks, techniques, and men of stage magic.

Includes step-by-step directions for executing a variety of tricks involving figures, words, and diagrams.