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  1. Magic (illusion) - Wikipedia

    • Magic, which encompasses the subgenres of illusion, stage magic, and close-up magic, among others, is a performing art in which audiences are entertained by tricks, effects, or illusions of seemingly impossible feats, using natural means. It is to be distinguished from paranormal magic which are effects claimed to be created through supernatural means. It is one of … See more

    History

    The term "magic" etymologically derives from the Greek word mageia (μαγεία). In ancient times, Greeks and Persians had been at war for centuries, and the Persian priests, called magosh in Persian, came to be known a… See more

    Types of magic performance

    Magic is often described according to various specialties or genres.
    Stage illusions are performed for large audiences, typically within a theatre or auditorium. This type of magic is distinguish… See more

     
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  3. History of Magic - American Museum of Magic

    Magic, sometimes referred to as illusion, is a performing art in which audiences are entertained by staged tricks or illusions of seemingly impossible feats using natural means. At the American Museum of Magic, we help to educate …

  4. Exploring the Masterminds of Magical Illusions - HobbyLark

  5. The Science Behind Magic Tricks and Illusions - Medium

  6. Magic | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Magic, theatrical representation of the defiance of natural law. The words magic and conjuring had no theatrical significance until the end of the 18th century, though descriptions of magical demonstrations were recorded as early as …

  7. Classic Illusions - A List of the Great Illusions of All Time

  8. Perform Optical Illusions as Magic Tricks - The Horizon …

    Dec 28, 2018 · The following sections describe some magic tricks that fully exploit our tendency to be fooled by our senses. The Jastrow or Boomerang Illusion is a classic in magic that uses a strong optical illusion. Say Cheese is a cute trick …

  9. Mastering Illusions: The Art and Science of Magic - Medium