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Illusionology (Ology)
Can you trust your eyes? The newest discovery in the ‘Ology series amazes and thrills as the closely guarded secrets of the illusionologists are revealed!
Do you wonder how Harry Houdini performed his amazing escapes? Are you burning to learn the art of making a beautiful woman appear to levitate? Look closely, for the secrets of the world's most famous magicians and illusi...more
Do you wonder how Harry Houdini performed his amazing escapes? Are you burning to learn the art of making a beautiful woman appear to levitate? Look closely, for the secrets of the world's most famous magicians and illusi...more
Hardcover, 30 pages
Published
March 13th 2012
by Candlewick
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I've been watching these books with interest since they started, but haven't been moved to actually buy one until this one showed up cheap. I'd read Mythology before, and wasn't terribly impressed by it, though it was alright. This volume, however, seems to be what this format was made for! Not only does it have an excess of bits between its pages, but they're all useful for learning some minor tricks as detailed inside. Granted, the tricks revealed here are nothing earth-shattering, and no magi...more
I won this book and just received it today. My first reaction was that it's absolutely beautiful and well-made. It's such a nice looking, well put together book. It's very lovely and high quality. The design of it is just pleasant to look at.
Of course, books should not be judged on their pretty covers. This book is full of the history of illusions, and that, of course, is a very interesting topic. The information offered is presented as a journal of sorts, which allows the reader to become more...more
Of course, books should not be judged on their pretty covers. This book is full of the history of illusions, and that, of course, is a very interesting topic. The information offered is presented as a journal of sorts, which allows the reader to become more...more
Another awesomely interactive Ology book. The pieces-parts and pop-ups are short-lived in the library, but these books sure are popular while they last. This one would be great paired with some of the excellent Houdini biographies that have been published recently.
Bonus: Tesla mention. "Tesla is known for his showmanship, presenting innovations to the public almost as a magician. In his New York studio, he entertains visitors by conducting high-voltage electricity through his body that produces...more
Bonus: Tesla mention. "Tesla is known for his showmanship, presenting innovations to the public almost as a magician. In his New York studio, he entertains visitors by conducting high-voltage electricity through his body that produces...more
I won this in the giveaway and I absolutely love it! Who hasn't seen a magic trick preformed before and wondered "How did they do that?" In this new installment in the Ologies series we are taken behind the scenes of the world of illusion where we learn the secrets and tricks that the magicians use. What I like most about it is the historical accuracy paired with the explorative nature that intrigues kids to learn and read. It is colorful, full of pictures and many useful and fun tidbits. I woul...more
Once again, a great entry into this series. Not only does the reader learn some great magic tricks, but they also learn about the people behind those tricks. I would have actually liked to have had more history in the book and a little less tricks. Be Warned! Unlike the other books, there are many small objects that have to be kept together in order to do the magic tricks. If you're buying it for your child, make sure they are careful with the pieces. If you have multiple children, I recommend a...more
Enter the world of suspense and intrigue with this new addition to the Ology series. Not only will you find plenty of handy tricks to impress your audiences, but you'll learn the thrilling (and sometimes deadly) stories behind them.
I won this book in a Goodreads First Reads giveaway and was instantly amazed by it. I'd expected it to be interesting, as Dragonology and Egyptology were. But I couldn't believe how much the publisher had fit into each page.
What draws you from the start are the instru...more
I won this book in a Goodreads First Reads giveaway and was instantly amazed by it. I'd expected it to be interesting, as Dragonology and Egyptology were. But I couldn't believe how much the publisher had fit into each page.
What draws you from the start are the instru...more
This book is one of my son's favorite. It teaches them all the secrets of magicians. Learn card tricks with cards that actually detach from the book, read about the life of Houdini, and see how easy it is for illusions to play tricks on your mind. This is a very exciting and interactive book! My only complaint is that the pieces don't stay in once they are used, making them easy to lose.
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I wish this book had existed when I was a child. I was so enthralled with David Copperfield and anything magic and Illusionology puts magic right into the reader's hands. From endsheet to endsheet there are things to discover.
Illusionology is written almost as a journal of an illusionist in 1915 thus shares the history of the magic at that point. The book broken up into sections starting with The History of Illusion, The Science of Seeing, Se...more
I wish this book had existed when I was a child. I was so enthralled with David Copperfield and anything magic and Illusionology puts magic right into the reader's hands. From endsheet to endsheet there are things to discover.
Illusionology is written almost as a journal of an illusionist in 1915 thus shares the history of the magic at that point. The book broken up into sections starting with The History of Illusion, The Science of Seeing, Se...more
All the titles in this seris are popular with students but this...is going to fly off the shelves and not return until the end of the year. Highly informative, vivid illustrations in a 1915 style and plenty of hands-on activities with an evolving mystery combine to make this a total winner.
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Supposedly written in 1915 by Albert Schafer, this book explores tricks of the masters including levitating a lady, daredevil escapes and mind reading. Along with revealing the secrets behind many famous tricks, it explains the science that makes magic possible. Reviewer 16
A beautifully constructed book-- would make a perfect gift for any young person interested in the art of magic. I wish this was available when I was a kid!
History and explanations of magic tricks! Many fun inserts and folded flaps. Heavily graphic, a feast for the eyes. Plenty to discover.
I won this book from this site. It's fun and interactive! Can't wait to show this to my little cousins
The content was great, but probably not the best story out of all the Ologies. Still, this book will make you think differently, and you'd really be surprised what kind of tricks you could fall for!
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