Mystical magic - Ivor Baddiel

First came the Cup and Balls - the top trick of the ancient world.Then the Indian Rope Trick had people disappearing into thin air.Now magicians can fly over the Grand Canyon and freeze themselvesalive in blocks of ice.Prepare to be amazed as this guide reveals the secrets of some ofthe world's greatest magicians - from extreme escapologists andludicrous levitators to mysterious mind-readers. Discover all youneed to know to join the Magic Circle, how to saw your best friendin half and why a horse was once the world's top trickster. Plusfind out how to get the pukka props and perfect patter to puton your own prize performance.