The material in this book and others he wrote recorded the state of the art of magic. Even after the hundredth anniversary of its first publication in 1876, professor hoffmanns classic modern magic remains a cornerstone of the conjurers art. Written by professor hoffmann work of professor hoffmann. Modern coin magic pdf download full pdf read book page. Modern magic a practical treatise on the art of conjuring. These six pages expose scams such as short changing, the soap game, the spindle game.
Magic tidbits professor hoffmann free download pdf kupdf. Download or read online modern magic a practical treatise on the art of conjuring full in pdf, epub and kindle. Professor hoffmann s classic first book 1876 modern magic, remains a cornerstone of the conjurers art. The book contains advice on the appearance, dress and staging of a magician. Professor hoffmann wrote a series of articles on magic for a boys magazine every boys annual that was later expanded into his classic book on magic, modern magic, first published in 1876. Google is proud to partner with libraries to digitize public domain materials and make them widely accessible. Minor shelf wear, binding tight, pages clean and unmarked. A practice treatise on the art of conjuring was published by. Modern magic by professor hoffmann quality magic books. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt to record magic in an. Modern magic a practical treatise on the art of conjuring by professor hoffmann 1876 chapter i. The book being offered to you, more magic, is the second book in a trilogy begun in 1878. Modern magic revolutionized the study and craft of magic, inspiring and teaching generations of magicians.
Modern magic by professor hoffmann is the seminal book in english that is usually used to divide the art. Hoffmann was considered to be one of the greatest authorities on the theory and practice of magic, despite his own limited professional. There are however six new pages four in the front and two in the back which are entitled canfields expose. In 1876, using the pseudonym professor hoffmann, lewis expanded these articles into a book entitled modern magic, the first in a series of books penned by lewis. General antiquarian books and new books, especially strong in floridiana.
With indepth descriptions of card and coin tricks, mechanical apparatus and stage illusions. Hoffmann wrote modern magic in 1878 and then issued supplements to it. Professor hoffmann modern magic serenitystreetnews. Sep 10, 2020 modern magic by hoffmann professor, 1904, david mckay edition, in english american ed. It was the first book in the english language to attempt to explain how to perform magic tricks, rather than simply exposing the secrets. Certainly many magic books have been published before him, mostly. Hoffmann was one of the greatest authorities on the theory and practice of magic, despite his own limited professional experience as a magician. The masked move a coin and a dollar bill are covered with a download now. In modern magic, professor hoffmann describes a move of robert houdins that has many uses. Sep 30, 2020 author of tips for tricyclists, modern magic, later magic, hoffmann s modern magic, how to make magic, hoffmann s later magic, puzzles old and new, latest magic, being original conjuring tricks.
If you liked modern magic you will love more magic. It then goes on to describe many tricks with playing cards, coins, watches, rings, handkerchiefs, do. He used the pen name, professor hoffman, because he feared that his professional prospects as a lawyer would be injured if it became known that he. More magic a supplementary treatise on modern magic by. Add to cart this is the paperback dover edition, c.
It was the first book in english to really explain how to do the classic effects of magic, establishing certain fundamentals and general principles of. Modern magic by professor hoffmann real name angelo lewis is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks. Even after the hundredth anniversary of its first publication in 1876, professor hoffmanns classic modern magic remains a cornerstone. Books are cataloged as before modern magic and after. Modern magic introduction to the 1978 edition even after the hundredth anniversary of its first publication in 1876, professor hoffmann s classic modern magic remains a cornerstone of the conjurers art. Modern magic hardcover january 1, 1920 by professor hoffman author 4. A practical treatise on the art of conjuring hoffmann professor full view 1877. Aug 02, 2009 more magic by hoffmann, professor hoffmann. Hoffmann, professor, 18391919 the online books page. The book has wear, there are some stains on pages, the binding is lose but pages are still in tact. He used the pen name, professor hoffman, because he feared that his professional prospects as a lawyer would be injured if it became known that he possessed such an intimate knowledge of the. A practice treatise on the art of conjuring was published by professor louis hoffmann in 1876 professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt to record magic in an encyclopedic fashion with his quadralogy or tetralogy modern magic, more magic, later magic and latest magic. Modern magic professor hoffmann collectingmagicbooks. A practical treatise on the art of conjuring by professor hoffmann.
Professor hoffmann this is a reprint of the sections dealing with card magic from professor hoffmanns modern magic. After the success of this magic book, he came out with three sequels. Professor hoffmann, the father of the modern magic book. Hoffmann was one of the greatest authorities on the theory and practice of magic, despite his. Certainly many magic books have been published before him, mostly copying from each other.
The author of many popular conjuring handbooks, such as modern magic 1876 and more magic 1889, in this volume professor hoffmann presents a compilation of his own magic tricks. Aug 05, 2020 all this time, angelo john lewis, or better known as professor hoffmann, was known for his classic book modern magic. The material in these four books recorded the state of the art of magic of the late 19th. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt to record magic in an encyclopedic fashion beginning with his modern magic. Over a century after its publication, professor hoffmann s modern magic remains a cornerstone of the art, a classic which belongs in the library of every professional and amateur magician. Be entertained by the conjurer dick hazard magic book about a boy magician written by angelo john lewis aka professor hoffmann. The books are also available for pdf download from the same locat. Hoffmans modern magic professor hoffman dons magic. Modern magic by hoffmann professor, unknown edition. Professor lewis hoffmann was the pseudonym of barrister angelo john lewis. Modern magic professor hoffman pdf flippy zip 1 file full text 1 file kindle 1 file pdf 1 file single page processed tiff zip 1 file torrent 14 files 6 original show all. Modern magic by professor hoffmann is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks used by the magicians and conjurers of that era.
Professor hoffmann s book, modern magic, changed magic as soon as it started to arrive serially in 1873. This book written by professor hoffmann and published by good press which was released on 22 november 2019 with total pages 8931. With an appendix containing explanations of some of the best known specialties of messrs. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt such a feat with his trilogy modern magic, more magic, and later magic. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Mckay, 1904 page images at hathitrust hoffmann, professor, 18391919. Above left to right are a 6th, 12th and 16th edition of modern magic.
Modern magic completely sold out its first edition of two thousand copies within seven weeks. Every generation a magician comes along, whose intention is to record magic in an encyclopedic fashion. More magic by professor hoffmann martins magic collection. Admittedly, some of the trappings of the magician have changed quite a bit since hoffmann wrote his victorian magic textbook though some critics might feel they have not changed enough, and a few methods have become virtually obsolete. It was created by professor hoffmann, the pseudonym of anglo john lewis, an english barrister and journalist. By hoffmann, professor, 18391919 hawkins, arthur, fl. General principles of sleightofhand applicable to card tricks introduction the cards to make the pass to force a card. The illustrations do a good job showing how tricks are done. It was the first book in the english language to move away from simply exposing the secrets of tricks towards truly explaining how to perform them.
Aug 11, 2017 the book that threw hoffmann s name into magic history was his 1876 debut, modern magic. More magic, professor hoffmann s sequel to modern magic. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with optical recognition software. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to. By 1889 the book had gone through many, many printings and was recognized as the standard authority on the subject. The material in this book and others he wrote recorded the state of the art of magic of the late 19th century. This book was rated one of the ten basic books for a working library of.
Introductory observations introduction the magic wand the magicians table the magicians dress chapter ii. A practical treatise on the art of conjuring by professor hoffmann download this ebook similar books bibliographic record. Latest magic first edition professor hoffmann bauman. Modern magic by professor hoffmann real name angelo lewis read more. Admittedly, some of the trappings of the magician have changed quite a bit since hoffmann wrote his victorian magic. This is a very rare 1889 7th edition of modern magic practical treatise on the art of conjuring by professor hoffmann with illustrations. A practical treatise on the art of conjuring gutenberg ebook. Modern magic by professor hoffmann real name angelo lewis is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks used by the magicians and conjurors of that era. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt such a feat with his trilogymodern magic,more magic, andlater magic.
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