Used Book

Ten Secrets of Modern Magic

by Charles H.Stringer

Ten Secrets of Modern Magic
By Charles H. Stringer – 1927 First Edition
Published by Doubleday, Page & Company

Here’s a rare opportunity to own a charming slice of magic history! Originally published in 1927, Ten Secrets of Modern Magic by Charles H. Stringer is a delightful vintage volume featuring a dozen clever effects and magical curiosities—everything from a vanishing quarter to the classic “Burning Dollar Bill.” Ideal for collectors, historians, and fans of old-school conjuring.

Features:

• First edition, black clothbound cover with gilt title lettering (slightly dulled with age).

• 31 pages with detailed descriptions and step-by-step photo illustrations.

• Pictorial frontispiece and interior black-and-white photographs demonstrating hand positions and props.

• Includes routines like Magnetic Match Box, Card Through Handkerchief, and Palming—a charming reflection of early 20th-century close-up magic.

Condition:
This copy is in fair to good condition. The binding remains sound, and the interior pages are complete and legible. Please note:

• Toning and stains are present on the inside front and rear covers.

• No dust jacket included.

• Some shelfwear along the spine.

Photos shown are of the actual copy for sale.

Whether you're a magician seeking insight into early performance styles or a book collector building out your conjuring classics, this piece deserves a spot on your shelf.