Here are ten original effects from this respected pair of magical authors that are certain to delight children and entertain adults. The effects work well, too, to increase your holiday show dates by catering to children's parties, should you wish to specialize in this area to pick up more shows.
Here's a quick look at the effects included in the book:
- The Rambling Road. A spectacular, non-apparatus, non-sleight of hand effect.
- Little Jimmy and the Soap. A new effect involving a novel device of general utility.
- Little Jimmy and the Stocking. Decidedly enjoyable, yet off of the beaten track. Unique effect and method.
- Naming the Plane. A topical trick of interest to all. Includes a force that may be used in any effect.
- Ring Toss. An original matter through matter effect.
- Ball and Jacks. A surprise effect with peculiar properties.
- How the Finch Got Her Colors. Beautiful and showy, but inexpensive and easy to carry.
- At the Circus. A new treatment of an old effect. A laugh in every line.
- Hoops! My Dear! A pretty effect based on a simple and unusual principle.
- The Imp and the Teakettle. A novelty to delight both young and old.
- The Leprechaun. Proving that audiences are not as quick as they might be.
Every effect suitable for any audience. With the exception of two pieces of standard apparatus used in one experiment, every item required may be easily and cheaply made up at home.
Raves from the magic press:
"'Hoops, My Dear' is sufficiently interesting to more than repay the investment for the entire book." – Milton A. Bridges
"A book with which I would never part." – Frank Chapman
Magic World revised and updated edition with three new chapters, five added illustrations plus additional added content.
