Book · 2005 · Biography & Autobiography
Hiding the Elephant
How Magicians Invented the Impossible
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There's a book I would recommend to anyone a book called hiding the elephant by Jim steinmeyer which is the only magic history book I've ever completely enjoyed.
Why people recommend it
Hiding the Elephant by Jim Steinmeyer is a historical non-fiction work that explores the golden age of stage magic and the inventors who created illusions at the turn of the twentieth century. On The Tim Ferriss Show in June 2023, Simon Coronel discussed the title during episode number 679, where he spoke about his journey as a world champion of magic and his transition from quitting his day job to pursuing his passion fully. During the conversation, Coronel recommended the text to anyone interested in the subject, noting that it was the only magic history book he had ever completely enjoyed. He highlighted that the work successfully weaves together fascinating historical accounts with elements of human perception and psychology, making it a compelling read for those curious about the inner workings of illusion and the brilliant minds who crafted these grand theatrical spectacles. Coronel valued how the author managed to bring the bygone era of stage magicians vividly back to life while examining the cognitive principles that made their baffling tricks possible for audiences of the time.
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Simon Coronel there's a book I would recommend to anyone a book called hiding the elephant by Jim steinmeyer which is the… 1
“there's a book I would recommend to anyone a book called hiding the elephant by Jim steinmeyer which is the only magic history book I've ever completely enjoyed”