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The author in presenting this little volume does so with the intention of assisting his readers to solve some of the mysteries and illusions that are performed on the public stage to-day by conjurors and so-called spiritualists, and also with the hope of dispelling the idea th...
The author in presenting this little volume does so with the intention of assisting his readers to solve some of the mysteries and illusions that are performed on the public sta...
2. CHAPTER I.Cabinet tricks have always been a great stand-by for performers in spiritualism. A committee from the audience is usually chosen, and after tying the performer securely to a cha...
3. CHAPTER II.Most spiritualistic performers usually perform a test of table lifting or of floating tables. Small, light tables are lifted by the mere “laying on of hands.” The arms are raise...
4. CHAPTER III.The following illusion is usually performed in connection with an act of hypnotism, and is very sensational and mystifying. The effect is as follows:—On the stage is a long, nar...
5. CHAPTER IV.As far back in history as one cares to go he will find mention of magicians and the works of magic which they performed. Even before the building of the Pyramids in Egypt magic...
6. CHAPTER V.I will now explain a few simple little tricks in second sight which may be performed by any one in his own home, but which, if well done, will be very mystifying.