A fantastic book - not just for magic historians!
With Heroes of Magic, renowned television producer and author John Fisher has presented a rare and captivating work. The combination of his own experiences, firsthand accounts, and behind-the-scenes accounts make this book a true treasure trove of magical biographies.
Through the interweaving of life stories, anecdotes and historical achievements, the reader experiences in detail the struggles but also the triumphs of the respective protagonists.
You will learn:
- From the kind-hearted magic of David Devant to the mind games of Maurice Fogel.
- From the comedy tricks of Tommy Cooper and Jay Marshall to the skillful card manipulation of Ricky Jay and Cardini.
- From the great illusions of Richiardi and Robert Harbin to the elegant magic of Fred Kaps and Rene Lavand.
All the magicians mentioned in the book have achieved a status that goes far beyond that of a mere entertainer.
Each of them performed miracles that remain unforgettable to this day. Heroes of Magic gives you a glimpse into magical figures who have, and will continue to, capture the imagination of every generation.
With an introduction by Joel Hodgson, creator of Mystery Science Theater 3000, and an afterword by renowned theatrical illusionist Paul Kieve.
The book has 448 pages, is oversized, and is bound in a luxurious, cloth-bound hardcover. It is housed in a beautiful dust jacket and is illustrated with hundreds of photographs.
The book includes profiles of: David Devant, Harry Woodley, Cardini, Slydini, Robert Harbin, Maurice Fogel, John Calvert, Al Koran, Jay Marshall, David Nixon, Chan Canasta, Tommy Cooper, Borra, Billy McComb, Paul Potassy, Richiardi Jr., Fred Kaps, Channing Pollock, Hans Moretti, Rene Lavand, Harry Blackstone Jr., Paul Daniels, Siegfried & Roy, Ricky Jay, Arturo Brachetti
The book is in English!
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