Magic in Theory : An Introduction to the Theoretical and Psychological Elements of Conjuring

A useful manual for any magician or curious spectator who wonders why the tricks seem so real, this guide examines the psychological aspects of a magician’s work. Exploring the ways in which human psychology plays into the methods of conjuring rather than focusing on the individual tricks alone, this explanation of the general principles of magic includes chapters on the use of misdirection, sleight of hand, and reconstruction, provides a better understanding of this ancient art, and offers a section on psychics that warns of their deceptive magic skills. The Authors Dedication Acknowledgements Contents Introduction 1 Magic tricks and how they are done 2 Misdirection 3 Reconstruction 4 What's the difference between a magician and a pseudo-psychic? 5 Conjuring theory in perspective 6 Bibliography Appendix: Methodological devices for conjuring effects