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Modern Magic A Practical Treatise on the Art of Conjuring | Prof Hoffmann
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$109.88· see the listing - One copy · SKU EC-26-10-0208
Condition
Good
- Author
- Professor Hoffman
- Publisher
- David McKay Company Inc.
- Publication Year
- 1904
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Topic
- Modern Art
- Genre
- Magic
About this book
Classic Vintage Magic Instruction • Illusions • Sleight of Hand • Collectible Conjuring Book
Step into the origins of modern stage magic with Modern Magic, Professor Hoffmann’s legendary 19th-century guide to conjuring. This foundational work is considered one of the most important magic instruction manuals ever published, covering everything from sleight-of-hand techniques to mechanical illusions. A must-have for magicians, historians, collectors, and lovers of antique performance arts.
⭐ Key Features
• Author: Professor Hoffmann (Angelo Lewis)
• Title: Modern Magic: A Practical Treatise on the Art of Conjuring
• Genre: Magic / Illusion / Performance Arts
• Historic & influential text—the first truly comprehensive manual on conjuring techniques
• Covers: card tricks, coin magic, stage apparatus, optical illusions, parlor magic, performance tips
• Highly collectible, especially valued by magicians, historians, and fans of Victorian-era magic
🪄 Why This Book Is Special
Professor Hoffmann’s work shaped the craft of magic for generations. Many techniques described in this book are still used by modern performers. Whether you’re a magician seeking classic methods or a collector looking for a cornerstone piece, this volume is a standout.
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