A wonderfully nostalgic snapshot of a time when magic still felt genuinely mysterious. Published by Scholastic in 1979, Masters of Magic explores the lives, illusions, and legendary feats of some of history's most famous magicians, including Harry Houdini and other pioneers of stage magic. Packed with stories of daring escapes, disappearing acts, levitation, and theatrical spectacle, it's the kind of book that sparks curiosity long after the final page.

With its bold late-70s graphic cover and well-loved patina, this copy feels like it has spent decades tucked away on a classroom bookshelf or bedroom bookcase waiting to amaze a new generation. A lovely piece for collectors of vintage children's books, magic memorabilia, retro Scholastic titles, or anyone drawn to the strange and wonderful world of illusion.

Condition: General age-related wear throughout. Tear to the top right corner of the front cover. Cover edge wear, scuffing, and creasing present. Pages show discolouration consistent with age but remain clean, readable, and intact.

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Era Identification: 1979

Origin: Published by Scholastic Book Services