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The Magic Circle: Performing Magic Through the Ages [Illustrated] (Hardcover)

by Michael Bailey (Author)
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Product details

  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: The History Press LTD; illustrated edition edition (1 Nov 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0752442473
  • ISBN-13: 978-0752442471
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16 x 3.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 189,890 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The Magic Circle has for a hundred years been one of the most talked about secret organisations in Britain. But what happens behind the closed doors of this intriguing society that only admits the most gifted magicians? In this fascinating history of the Magic Circle and magical performers, former president, Michael Bailey reveals how the society was created and what it stands for in a day where magic has become more and more sophisticated. Using his unique knowledge of the inside of this worldwide phenomenon, he documents the origins of magical performance and the subsequent beginnings of the society, including how it has changed in its hundred years of existence. This mesmerising book also chronicles the lives of some of the Circle's most famous performers, including Paul Daniels, David Copperfield and Channing Pollock. He takes the reader through the history of magical performers, from the age-old myth of The Indian Rope Trick and how the Rabbit from Hat trick came about. He describes a selection of the world's greatest tricks and illusions, and discusses topics such as entry to the Circle, women in magic (including the 'beautiful assistant') and the motto 'Indocilis Privata Loqui' ('keep mum'). This absorbing volume is a must for all those fascinated by the secret world of magic and magical performers, and will be an invaluable addition to any would-be magician's bookshelf.

About the Author
Michael Bailey has been a professional magician since 1971, and was president of the Magic Circle until 2003. He was awarded the Magic Circle Gold Medal, the highest degree obtainable in the society and only held by eight other magicians, in 2005. He is credited with adapting magic to the corporate market, and starred in his own television series Mr and Mrs Magic.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Magic Circle, 27 Feb 2009
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An excellent look back at the 'Magic Circle' by Michael Bailey. He looks at the history of magic without getting to technical. Delving into the history of mainly stage magic, he reveals the highs and lows of what seems to be the never-ending struggle of magicians who try to make a living whilst trying to reach the top of their profession. You'll also be surprised to read how many magicians have died while performing some of the more dangerous tricks. As an amateur magician myself, I found this a very entertaining book
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