History Of Magic And Magicians - Paperback

For researchers, historians, and magic enthusiasts, finding authentic primary sources about the golden age of illusion has become nearly impossible. Original 19th-century texts are locked in private collections, damaged beyond use, or available only at astronomical prices from rare book dealers. This scarcity forces you to rely on secondhand summaries that strip away the depth and authenticity of the original accounts.

Without access to genuine historical documents from the era when legendary performers like Harry Houdini and the Great Lafayette captivated audiences, your understanding remains incomplete. You're forced to piece together fragmented information from modern retellings that lack the original context, nuance, and firsthand observations that made these magicians truly legendary.

History Of Magic And Magicians delivers the authentic voice of 1895 directly to your hands. This unchanged, high-quality reprint preserves the original text exactly as readers first experienced it over a century ago, giving you genuine access to primary source material rather than filtered modern interpretations.

• Original 1895 Source Material: Unaltered text from the historic first edition provides authentic access to the golden age of magic and magicians
• 58 Pages of Historical Content: Comprehensive coverage of techniques, performances, and the cultural context that shaped professional magic
• Portable Paperback Format: Convenient 0.14 x 8.5 x 5.5 inch dimensions make this historical text accessible for research, study, or casual reading

Hardin J. Burlingame brings firsthand knowledge and careful research to every page, creating an indispensable resource for understanding how magic evolved from street performance to grand theater spectacle.

Hansebooks has invested significant effort in preserving rare historical literature like this, ensuring these essential primary sources remain available to future generations of researchers and enthusiasts.

Secure your copy now and gain exclusive access to the authentic 1895 perspective on magic history that every serious researcher and collector needs in their library.