Buy practical magic by alice hoffman online at alibris. Alice hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including the world that we knew, practical magic, the rules of magic, the oprahs book club selection here on earth,the red garden, the dovekeepers,the museum of extraordinary things, the marriage of opposites, and faithful. Latest magic first edition professor hoffmann bauman rare. Modern magic 48 articles, first serialized in routledges every boys paper, and then published as one volume, in 1876. After four years in prison, he gets released and looks up his old friends who didnt get convicted for the robbery in berlin, where the wall just has fallen and he has to adjust to the cultural meltinpot the. Professor louis hoffmann, whom houdini described as the brightest star in the firmament of magical literature, wrote nearly all of his dozens of books and. The rules of magic works beautiful as a standalone. Later magic by professor hoffmann quality magic books. This book is a true testament to the powerful bond of sisters, the importance of family and the dangers that await along the road to self acceptance.
Alice hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including the world that we knew, the rules of magic, the marriage of opposites, practical magic, the red garden, the oprahs book club selection here on earth, the museum of extraordinary things, and the dovekeepers. I read this book a long, long time ago, even before the movie was released. Her 1996 novel, practical magic, was turned into a movie starring sandra bullock and nicole kidman. Hoffmann s later magic by professor hoffman 19790703 professor hoffman, angelo john lewis on. Alice hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including practical magic, the rules of magic, the oprahs book club selection here on earth, the red garden, the dovekeepers, the museum of extraordinary things, the marriage of opposites, and faithful. With numerous intext illustrations demonstrating conjuring techniques and apparatuses. The rules of magic by alice hoffman, paperback barnes. I loved how the characters and their interpersonal relationships developed as the story moved forward. As children, the sisters were forever outsiders, taunted, talked about, pointed at. In 1876, using the pseudonym professor hoffmann, lewis expanded these articles into a book entitled modern magic, the first in a series of books penned by. When modern magic came out it explained new tricks and tricks which were performed at the time. When modern magic came out it explained new tricks and.
Buy a cheap copy of practical magic book by alice hoffman. The first edition of 2,000 copies were sold out in seven weeks. Among the many tricks explained are tricks with hats, tricks with eggs, gloves, flags, handkerchiefs, rings, watches, the magic wand and color changing trick. It was a touching, heartbreaking, heartwarming, and a powerful story with a strong message of love and courage within the pages of this book. The owens family is comprised of witches but being magical doesnt solve their problems. Any number of packets of cards having been formed face downwards. White magic by mary hoffman meet your next favorite book. I found the coin trick, heads or tails, was a wonderful stumper. This book is written as a tutorial for people who aspire to become performers and entertainers, not for people who are looking. Professor hoffmann, the father of the modern magic book. For most adults, fairy tales are among the childish things weve put away. Latest magic first edition professor hoffmann bauman. The book that threw hoffmann s name into magic history was his 1876 debut, modern magic.
Professor hoffmanns modern magic paperback january 1, 1977 by hoffmann author, richard robinson editor 5. This bewitching, captivating novel is full of spellbounding characters, which is the main thing that was missing from here on earth. Practical magic and the probable future are some of her best work, in my honest opinion. They are scattered among the pages of the magic books section and are valid on mondays only. This book was rated one of the ten basic books for a working library of conjuring by h. The french libretto was written by jules barbier, based on three short stories by e. If you liked modern magic you will love more magic. If it included later editions, a book like modern magic would probably be at the bottom of the list, as being more common than any other professor hoffmann title. Modern magic by professor hoffmann real name angelo lewis is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks used by the magicians and conjurors of that era. Hoffmann s later magic by professor hoffman 19790703. Modern magic by hoffmann professor hoffmann vanishing inc. Apr 28, 2014 if it included later editions, a book like modern magic would probably be at the bottom of the list, as being more common than any other professor hoffmann title. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. The practical magic book series by alice hoffman includes books practical magic, magic lessons.
Professor hoffmann s modern magic paperback june 1, 1977 by richard robinson author 5. Over a century after its publication, professor hoffmanns modern magic remains a cornerstone of the art, a classic which belongs in the library of every professional and amateur magician. The book was adapted into a 1998 film of the same name plot summary. Above left to right are a 6th, 12th and 16th edition of modern magic. It was the first book in english to really explain how to do the classic effects of magic, establishing certain fundamentals and general principles of performance which are as. Youll find some characters you know and love from watching. The material in this book and others he wrote recorded the state of the art of magic of the late 19th century. This book is a definitive work on the state of the art of magic in 1877. Originally published in 1995 when i heard hoffman was releasing a prequel to practical magic, this past year, i knew i wanted to read it, but before i did, i needed to reacquaint myself with this book. The book that threw hoffmanns name into magic history was his 1876 debut, modern magic.
See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The book is about the 2 owens sisters gillian and sally who have been raised unconventionally by a family of witches. In 1876, using the pseudonym professor hoffmann, lewis expanded these articles into a book entitled modern magic, the first in. Professor hoffmanns book, modern magic, changed magic as soon as it started to arrive serially in 1873. Considering the great antiquity and the unfading popularity of the. Admittedly, some of the trappings of the magician have changed quite a bit since hoffmann wrote his victorian magic textbook though some critics might feel they have not changed enough, and a few methods have become virtually obsolete. The rules of magic follows the two aunts in practical magic, detailing their own mothers fears about their burgeoning powers and the sisters journey. See the complete practical magic series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. For more than two hundred years, the owens women have been blamed for everything that has gone wrong in their massachusetts town.
Hoffmanns later magic covers a wide range of topics from the conjurers dress and appliances to a variety of tricks, both simple and complex. Hoffman s novel is a comingofage tale replete with magic and historical reference to the early witch trials. The dovekeepers is sitting on my shelf begging to be read, along with the story sisters i waited forever for this book to come out in paperback, and still havent managed to snag a copy. Professor hoffman imparted much of his wisdom and expertise in the art of magic through a series of four books. Modern magic by professor hoffmann martins magic collection. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world s literature in.
The second book i read was, practical magic, and im glad to see my instincts were right. A prequel to practical magic, and the rules of magic. With the return of bridget and franny, hoffman proves again that the true magic of her work is not the sorcery itself, but the relationships between families, siblings, and the rest of the people that she brings to her readers. Magic books are a huge part of my interest in magic, though i dont collect books in. Alice hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including the world that we knew, the rules of magic, practical magic, the marriage of opposites, the red garden, the oprahs book club selection here on earth, the museum of extraordinary things, and the dovekeepers.
In 1876, using the pseudonym professor hoffmann, lewis expanded these articles into a book entitled modern magic, the first in a series of books penned by lewis. In total, she has written over 80 books, including the aforementioned stravaganza series and the bestselling picture book, amazing grace. Modern magic by professor hoffmann real name angelo lewis is a treatise in book form, first published in 1876, detailing the apparatus, methods and tricks. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with optical recognition software. Certainly many magic books have been published before him, mostly copying from each other. Latest magic by professor hoffmann quality magic books. Latest magic by professor hoffmann martins magic collection.
In the mid19th century, angelo lewis, a british lawyer and writer with a passion for sleight of hand, wrote a series of articles on conjuring for several boys magazines. Professor hoffmann was the first in recorded history to attempt to record magic in an encyclopedic fashion beginning with his modern magic. Practical magic by alice hoffman and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The rules of magic by alice hoffman was a fantastic, endearing, and a spellbinding novel that was an absolute joy to read. Oct 10, 2017 the owens sisters are backnot in their previous guise as elderly aunties casting spells in hoffmans occult romance practical magic 1995, but as fledgling witches in the new york city captured in patti smiths memoir just kids. Professor hoffmanns modern magic paperback june 1, 1977 by richard robinson author 5. Practical magic by alice hoffman is the story of sally and gillian owens. Used magic books about or written by professor hoffmann.
Modern magic by professor hoffmann quality magic books. Hoffmann had quite some problem finding a publisher for this book. Hoffmanns later magic by professor hoffman 19790703 paperback january 1, 1979 by professor hoffman author, angelo john lewis author 5. Practical magic author alice hoffman has added a new and engrossing title to her owens family. More magic 1890 later magic 1903 latest magic 1918. When modern magic came out it explained new tricks and tricks which were performed at. Sally and gillian are sisters who, because of the passing of their parents, end up getting raised by their two aunts, who are. Hoffmann was considered to be one of the greatest authorities on the theory and practice of magic, despite his own limited professional experience as a magician. Each deal is composed of one used book and one new book. For centuries, bad happenings in the village had been blamed on their family. Practical magic was full of drama, interspersed with just the right amount of magical elements, a few laugh out loud moments here and there all the while with a steady story progression. The spellbinding story, focusing on the strength of family bonds through joy and sorrow, will appeal to a broad range of readers. Jun 27, 2012 hoffman is one of my favorite authors too.
Ymore while the rules of magic is a prequel, you certainly do not need to read practical magic first. Hoffmanns later magic by professor hoffman 19790703. Hoffmann was considered to be one of the greatest authorities on the theory and practice of magic, despite his own limited professional. Modern magic was the first book in the english language to really explain the techniques of how to perform magical. Once upon a time, before the whole world changed, it was possible to run away from home, disguise who you were, and fit into polite society. The author of many popular conjuring handbooks, such as modern magic 1876 and more magic 1889, in this volume professor hoffmann presents a compilation of his own magic tricks. Jul 01, 1995 practical magic by alice hoffman is 2003 penguin publication. I love reading this and knowing that johnny carson got his start doing magic tricks that he learned from this book.
The rules of magic follows the two aunts in practical magic, detailing their own mother s fears about their burgeoning powers and the sisters journey. Modern magic by professor hoffmann is the seminal book in english that is usually used to divide the art. There is also a movie called practical magic that is based on this book, if you love the book i would recommend watching the movie as well. More magic by professor hoffmann martins magic collection. Sally and gillian must come to terms with who they are in order to rid themselves of the ghost that now haunts them. Not the worst fred magic hoffmann is a convicted bankrobber in germany who dreams of making a new life in canada. Magic hoffman by jakob arjouni meet your next favorite book. Alice hoffman s rules of magic is the longawaited prequel to one of her most cherished novels, practical magic 1995. On saturday april 26, 2014, there was an auction which included, amidst a lot of magic items, two scarce or rare professor hoffmann books. A practical treatise on the art of conjuring by professor hoffmann for free with a 30 day free trial.