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We assume that the Indian rope trick is a piece of ancient Hindu magic. But think again: it is actually the product of a hoax which appeared in the Chicago Tribune in 1890. This wonderfully researched, playfully written book takes us on a journey through Victorian society where we discover the interest in magic of Charles Dickens; Alfred Russell Wallace; Edward, Prince of Wales; Lord Northbrook and Charles Darwin. We learn how in an age of reason the British came to love all things Oriental and how the legend of the rope trick came to be perpetuated throughout the 20th century as fanatical public figures and aristocrats went to India in search of it and returned claiming to have seen it being performed. This is a charming history book filled with colourful characters, kwn and unkwn, all of whom pursued an obsession. Some were respected members of society, some were incredibly eccentric and utterly deluded. It is set against the background of Victorian society and shows how the writing of history itself can perpetuate myths and legends.

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Abacus, Little, Brown Book Group
ISBN-10
0349118248
ISBN-13
9780349118246
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95295183

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Author
Peter Lamont
Format
B-Format Paperback, Paperback
Language
English
Topic
History: Specific Subjects
Genre
History: Specific Subjects

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Weight
235g
Height
197mm
Width
126mm

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Place of Publication
London
Spine
17mm
Author Biography
Dr Peter Lamont is a Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh, working on the history, theory and performance of magic. He is an award-winning magician and a former President of the Edinburgh Magic Circle. He has performed and lectured in several countries across the world.
Out-Of-Print Date
22/03/2012
Date of Publication
05/05/2005
Edition Statement
New Edition
Country of Publication
United Kingdom

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