The unabridged republication of part one, the art of magic, of our magic by nevil maskelyne and david devant. Our magic was a book written by nevil maskelyne and david devant with the intent to change the perception of art of magic from the preface. This volume by nevil maskelyne and david devant is a classic. According to magic historian jim steinmeyer, devant was englands greatest magician arguably the greatest magician of the. The magic cafe forum index food for thought our magic by maskelyne and devant 4 likes go to page 1 2 stonewick new user 81 posts. Maskelyne was born in london, england in 1902, to magician nevil maskelyne and ada mary ardley career stage magician. Lang english, pages 507 it is the reproduction of the original edition published long back 1911.
Our magic is a book that should be read and studied by every magician. This remarkable work, written by nevil maskelyne and david devant, who was unquestionably one of the greatest of english magicians to have ever lived. Our magic pdf by nevil maskelyne and david devant conjuring. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3. My magical life is part magic theory, and part biographical. Our magic by nevil maskelyne, david devant, 1911, e. Generally good condition, may have some folds to cover and shelf wear. Dutton edition, in english our magic 1911 edition open library. This edition of our magic contains only sections of the original book written by nevil maskelyne and does not include part 3, written by david devant. Hardcover with sewing binding with glossy laminated multicolour dust cover, printed on high quality paper, professionally processed without changing its contents. Of that blackboard and newspaper, jim steinmeyer added an important insight into the in the opening words of one of his book tests. Our magic, maskelyne and devant 6 likes cosermann regular user indiana 143 posts.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Our magic by nevil maskelyne, david devant quality magic. Devant, david and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Erdnase magicians tricks by henry hatton and adrian plate. The book features nevil maskelynes insightful look into the artistic and theoretical underpinnings of our art. He influenced many notable magicians, including nate leipzig, who said of devant, i basked in the performance of david devant, one of the finest entertainers in magic i ever hope to see. If you continue to use this website without changing your cookie settings or you click accept below then you are consenting to this. We found this book important for the readers who want to know about our old treasure so we brought it back to. One, it is a must read book for magic theory interested. Now is your chance to own a piece of history from one of magics. Marc desouzas top ten desert island magic books stars of magic george starke the books of wonder tommy wonder our magic nevil maskelyne and david devant five points of magic juan tamariz the book of secrets john carney the magic way juan tamariz the royal road to card magic jean hugard and frederick braue modern coin magic j. Our magic the art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic with john nevil maskelyne 1911. David devant is not only a legend in magic but was a master performer.
Our magic the art in magic the theory of magic by nevil maskelyne previous next contents preface in writing this book, we have fulfilled a purpose that has long been held in view, viz. Jul 31, 2014 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic 1st by nevil maskelyne, david devant isbn. In this book, david shares his insight on the art of magic, as well as some of his personal experiences along the way. This book was rated one of the ten basic books for a working library of conjuring by h. Maskelyne was born in london, england in 1902, to magician nevil maskelyne and ada mary ardley. Our magic by maskelyne nevil devant david abebooks. A 1937 pathe film, the famous illusionist, was made of maskelyne. Much of the discussion of theory seemed out of date.
Also features contributions by thirty other famous magicians, including the likes of oswald williams, horace goldin and cecil lyle. Secrets of my magic by david devant martins magic collection. By covering topics such as presentation, principles and theory, rehearsal and more, magicians will be challenged to strive for a higher level of performance. The magic cafe forums our magic by maskelyne and devant. One notable feature of this work, which should, we believe, serve to prove the faith that is in us, consists in our unhesitating disclosure of original devices, and the modus opuandi of original experiments in magic. Our magic by nevil maskelyne, david devant martins magic. It can still be valuable to consider theory based on the existing state of the art in 1911, but one must be willing to work it out from the midst of unfamiliar views on chemistry, electricity and other subjects. He is regarded by magicians as a consummate exponent of suave and witty presentation of stage illusion. Secrets of my magic by david devant quality magic books. Two, it has a 20 page biographical index of card tricks.
The art in magic the theory of magic the practice of magic. This historic book is filled with david devants magic and thoughts on performing, and discloses the secrets of some of the greatest illusions from this master of the art of magic. In part iii which comprises about half of the book the reader is taught by devant himself twelve of the choicest items. Maskelyne presents some very interesting information on the art, theory, and practice of magic. David devant 22 february 1868 october 1941 was an english magician, shadowgraphist and film exhibitor. Devant was the author of several manuals on conjuring, including our magic. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic nevil 18631924 maskelyne, david devant, harry. Our magic kindle edition by maskelyne, nevil, devant. Devant lived in hampstead, london, where a blue plaque commemorating his residence was affixed to the house in 2003. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic. Anybody doing research on card moves or routines should have this.
Parts 1 and 2 are of excellent quality but this digital edition is incomplete and only gets two stars. I mean that reading that awesome book is required for every magician regularly through your life but it must be completed by a lot of other books to. Our magic maskelyne and devant pdf internet archive bookreader our magic. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic with nevil maskelyne. Our magic by maskelyne and devant 4 likes go to page 1 2 stonewick new user 81 posts. My favorite part about that book is that so much of what they discuss as being issues with the magic world at that time, would be perfectly normal to see discussed on these very forums. Our magic by nevil maskelyne, david devant martins.
Anybody doing research on card moves or routines should have this index. Adrian smith, historian, collector and owner of the largest private magic library in his time. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of. Jan 07, 2011 i have finally gotten around to reading our magic by maskelyne and devant.
The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic the fleming magic classic series volume three maskelyne, nevil. David devant published by fleming book company 1946. I am astounded by the wisdom, insightfulness, authority and all around practicality of this amazing book. Other books in this top 10 list are the art of magic by t. Nevil maskelyne and david devant masterfully describe the mechanics of building the act and the show. He includes twelve of his choicest tricks with patter, from his own professional program. New listing vintage land of magic catalog gatlinburg tn tricks magician props guillotine. His 1936 book of magic describes a range of stage tricks, including sleight of hand, card and rope tricks, and illusions of mindreading. We are then treated to a wonderful array of exquisite examples of good magic from david devants own repertoire. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. The magic cafe forums our magic, maskelyne and devant. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magicwe do not, for a moment, suggest that what we have written herein represents the last word to be said concerning magic. Our magic pdf by nevil maskelyne and david devant conjuring arts. Maskelyne took as a partner david devant, the most famous magician in england.
The cookie settings on this website are set to allow cookies to give you the best browsing experience possible. It comprises work on the principles and practice of sound conjuring, in which the reader is taught by david devant himself. Our magic the art in magic, the theory of magic, the. David devant was the author of several manuals on conjuring, including our magic. The art and theory in magic by david devant, nevil. Bn brand new in packaging ln like new no packaging. Our magic kindle edition by nevil maskelyne, david devant. The art in magic, the theory of magic, the practice of magic by maskelyne, nevil 18631924. Our magic was a book written by nevil maskelyne and david devant with the intent to change the perception of art of magic. Our magic by nevil maskelyne, david devant quality magic books. Including 12 feats from david devant s own program, explained by him and illustrated with drawings of his hands and apparatus. Including 12 feats from david devants own program, explained by him and illustrated with drawings of his hands and apparatus. Maskelynes son nevil collaborated with devant on our magic 1911, an important source book on the theory of magic.
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