The Story of Magic would be useful for classes on Religion, Culture, Mythology, Physics and Psychology. It is appropriate for middle school and high school. We are fascinated and drawn to it. Many magic feats depend on agile slight of hand. Discuss how magic is a violation of the most basic and elementary forms of knowledge.
Magicians often use magic words or chants known as incantations for their magic.
Discuss how magic is both transcultural and transhistorical. Discuss the relationship between magic and religion. Magicians have used animals in their feats for centuries. Discuss the challenge motion pictures posed to magicians and how it changed the way magicians performed. A person who performs magic feats is a combination of personas.