A history of magic as it has been practiced since the 1300s, tellings the stories of some of the world's most renowned necromancers and their famous tricks, including Houdini, Ching Ling Foo and his imitators, and Sigfried and Roy.
Describes how to do a variety of magic tricks and balancing tricks involving matches, balls, coins, eggs, glasses, and other materials. Includes performance tips and a lesson in juggling.