Author: Larry Niven
Publisher: Pocket
Keywords: magic, return, collection
Number of Pages: 368
Published: 2005-02-01
List price: $23.95
ISBN-10: 0743416937
ISBN-13: 9780743416931
Larry Niven created his popular "Magic Goes Away" universe in 1967, and it has been a source of delight and inspiration ever since. By asking the simple question, What if magic were a finite resource?, Niven brought to life a mesmerizing world of wonder and loss, of hope and despair. The success of his first story collection, The Magic Goes Away, birthed two sequel anthologies, The Magic May Return and More Magic. All three volumes are collected here for the first time, with stories by Niven himself, as well as contributions by such luminaries of fantasy as Roger Zelazny, Fred Saberhagen, Stev
Authors:Benedek Lang, Benedek Lng,
Publisher: Pennsylvania State Univ Pr (Txt)
Keywords: magic, history, central, europe, libraries, medieval, manuscripts, learned, unlocked, books
Number of Pages: 312
Published: 2008-10-24
List price: $70.00
ISBN-10: 0271033770
ISBN-13: 9780271033778
During the Middle Ages, the Western world translated the incredible Arabic scientific corpus and imported it into Western culture: Arabic philosophy, optics, and physics, as well as alchemy, astrology, and talismanic magic. The line between the scientific and the magical was blurred. According to popular lore, magicians of the Middle Ages were trained in the art of magic in ’magician schools’ located in various metropolitan areas, such as Naples, Athens, and Toledo. It was common knowledge that magic was learned and that cities had schools designed to teach the dark arts. The Spani
Author: Martin Gardner
Publisher: Dover Publications
Keywords: magic, coins, cards, mystery, mathematics
Number of Pages: 176
Published: 1956-06-01
List price: $8.95
ISBN-10: 0486203352
ISBN-13: 9780486203355
Famed puzzle expert explains math behind a multitude of mystifying tricks: card tricks, stage "mind reading," coin and match tricks, counting out games, geometric dissections, etc. Probability, sets, theory of numbers clearly explained. Also, more than 400 tricks, guaranteed to work, that you can do. 135 illustrations.
Author: Arthur Edward Waite
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
Keywords: magic, ceremonial, black, book
Number of Pages: 374
Published: 1942-05-31
List price: $33.95
ISBN-10: 0766107590
ISBN-13: 9780766107595
The Secret Tradition in Goetia, including the rites and mysteries of Goetic therugy, sorcery and infernal necromancy. Completely illustrated with the original magical figures. Partial Contents: Antiquity of Magical Rituals; Rituals of Transcendental Magic; Composite Rituals; Key of Solomon; Lesser Key of Solomon; Rituals of Black Magic; Complete Grimoire; Preparation of the Operator; Initial Rites and Ceremonies; Descending Hierarchy; Mysteries of Goetic Theurgy; Mystery of the Sanctum Regnum; Method of Honorius.
Author: D.J. Conway
Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
Keywords: magic, series, world, llewellyn, celtic
Number of Pages: 208
Published: 2002-09-01
List price: $7.99
ISBN-10: 0875421369
ISBN-13: 9780875421360
If you are interested in Wicca and Witchcraft, Celtic Magic by D. J. Conway is a book you need to add to your library. Modern Wicca can be traced back to the ancient Celts. This book reveals the secrets of those ancient, pre-Christian people. In this book you will learn about the tools used in Celtic magic such as the altar, the staff, and the sword. You will also learn how to use these tools to cast a magic circle perform works of magic in it. This includes herb magic, cauldron magic, stone magic, and candle magic. With the help of this book you can do magic, and make positive changes in yo
Author: Paul Curry
Publisher: Dover Publications
Keywords: magic, books, dover, magician
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 2003-09-06
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 0486431762
ISBN-13: 9780486431765
Curry incorporated thoroughly engrossing material with a style that was truly elegant. This book by a "magician’s magician" discloses the secrets behind a collection of close-up marvels — including the author’s "Out of the World," reputed to be the best card trick of the past century.
Author: Karl Fulves
Publisher: Dover Publications
Keywords: magic, books, dover, tricks, book
Number of Pages: 196
Published: 1994-10-04
List price: $11.95
ISBN-10: 0486282287
ISBN-13: 9780486282282
Learn to do astounding feats with few or no props and a minimum of sleight of hand. Tricks with cards, coins and rope, comedy magic, mental dexterity and much more, including expert advice on psychological misdirection and dramatic presentation. Clear, step-by-step directions with abundant illustrations. "The best book yet on easy-to-do magic."—Martin Gardner. 247 black-and-white illustrations.
