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David Copperfield's History of Magic

by David Copperfield Author, Richard Wiseman Author, David Britland Author and Homer Liwag Author

This is an illustrated and enlightening exploration of the world of illusion, presented by the world’s greatest and most successful magician, David Copperfield. This personal journey delves into the unique and remarkable performing art of magic, showcasing the art form’s most famous artifacts housed in Copperfield’s secret museum.

Inside are profiled twenty-eight groundbreaking magicians, spanning centuries and continents. From the 16th-century magistrate who authored the first book on conjuring to the roaring twenties and the man who outwitted Houdini, to the woman who levitated, vanished, and even caught bullets in her teeth, Copperfield’s History of Magic takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the extraordinary feats of these legendary performers.

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