Behold! Unlock ancient secrets of illusion with “Gibecière by Stephen Minch Vol 17 No 2.” Download instantly & delve into conjuring’s rich history! A must-have for every true magic aficionado! Summer 2022.
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Discover the Magic of Gibecière Vol 17 No 2 (Summer 2022)
Step into the enchanting world of conjuring with the thirty-fourth issue of Gibecière, our flagship journal. This edition takes you on a historical journey through the art of magic, featuring meticulously researched articles and stunning full-color illustrations.
Highlights of This Issue
- From Baghdad to Cordoba: Explore the origins of conjuring in medieval Arabia and Andalusia with Pierre Taillefer. Discover how ancient tricks predate Western literature and influenced modern magic.
- The Marquis D’Ambreville: Uncover the fascinating story of Charles Groussart, a notorious 17th-century conjurer whose performances inspired artistic depictions, including a conjuring act in hell.
- Jean-Nicolas Ponsin: Delve into new research on Ponsin’s life and works, accompanied by the first-ever English translation of his Supplément a la Sorcellerie ancienne et moderne expliquée, a supplement to his final work on conjuring.
Why You’ll Love This Issue
With contributions from renowned scholars like Pierre Taillefer and Maxwell Pritchard, this issue is a treasure trove for magic enthusiasts and historians alike. The detailed notes and vibrant illustrations bring the stories to life, making it a must-read for anyone passionate about the art of conjuring.
Don’t miss out on this captivating edition of Gibecière—download your copy today and immerse yourself in the rich history of magic!
We are delighted to present the thirty-fourth issue of our flagship journal Gibecière. Pierre Taillefer introduces us to conjury in medieval Arabia and Andalusia, where we can find explanations for several well-known tricks in literature that pre-date those in Western literature. In his second contribution to this issue, Taillefer tells the story of Charles Groussart, also known as the Marquis d’Ambreville, an infamous conjurer of the seventeenth century who inspired many artistic prints, including an image of a conjuring performance in hell. Maxwell Pritchard follows with new research on the life and publications of Jean-Nicolas Ponsin, followed by the first ever English translation of Ponsin’s Supplément a la Sorcellerie ancienne et moderne expliquée, a supplement to Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée and his final work on conjuring. With full color illustrations and extensive notes, we are sure you will enjoy this latest issue!
Contents:
Pocket Notes—Stephen Minch
From Baghdad to Cordoba: Conjurers in the Medieval Arab World—Pierre Taillefer
The Marquis D’Ambreville, a Conjurer at Pluto’s Court—Pierre Taillefer
Jean-Nicolas Ponsin: A Supplemental Unveiling—Maxwell Pritchard
J. N. Ponsin’s Supplement to Ancient and Modern Sorcery Explained—translated by Maxwell Pritchard
