num_pages: 30
description: Can you trust your eyes? The newest discovery in the Ology series amazes and thrills as the closely guarded secrets of the illusionologists are revealed!Do you wonder how Harry Houdini performed his amazing escapes? Are you burning to learn the art of making a beautiful woman appear to levitate? Look closely for the secrets of the world's most famous magicians and illusionists  from the ancient Egyptians through the early twentieth century Handcuff King himself  are contained within! More than a fascinating history of magic through the ages Illusionology is an indispensable guide unveiling step-by-step instructions for more than twenty-five astonishing feats. Master the classic cups-and-ball illusion! Mesmerize your friends with mindreading card tricks! Along with sundry flaps and booklets readers will findprops for their own sleight of hand including: A magical dematerializer A set of trick playing cards A pair of disappearing spot paddles A levitating card!
language: English
title: Illusionology
publisher: Candlewick