Noted magician-comedian Peter London hosts this revealing look at some of the world's most famous magic tricks. Beginning with a trio of principles to the art of magic (being able to keep a secret, rehearsing to build confidence, and having a sense of fun), London goes on to highlight examples of palming, lapping, and misdirection with spoons, coins, sponge balls, rubber bands, and napkins. The advantages of video are quickly seen as the camera shows the tricks from front view and back. London also takes particular care to repeat the crucial steps in close-up, so that the viewer can concentrate on the motion. Viewers will learn how to bend spoons, make coins and cards disappear and reappear, and the great "Torn & Restored Napkin" trick, among others. Sure to be popular in YA collections. Recommended. (See AFRICA for address).
Fun N' Easy Magic Quick Tricks With Peter London
(1986)/How-to/40 min./$19.95 /Best Film & Video. Vol. 1, Issue 10
Fun N' Easy Magic Quick Tricks With Peter London
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