02303cam a22003013u 4500 36513 UtSlPG 20260610133831.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GV Ainslie, Arthur, 1871?-1940 Water Wizardry: A collection of tricks in which water is the chief agent Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-06-24 Produced by David T. Jones, Ross Cooling, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net. (Book provided by the Whitchurch-Stouffville Library, as part of the Art Latcham Memorial collection on Magic) "Water Wizardry: A Collection of Tricks in Which Water Is the Chief Agent" by Arthur Ainslie is a practical guide on magic tricks centered around the use of water, likely written in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of entertaining and easy-to-learn tricks that anyone can perform at gatherings, which makes it ideal for amateur magicians looking to impress friends and family. Ainslie provides detailed instructions and tips to ensure that these tricks lead to successful performances, engaging both children and adults alike. At the start of the text, Ainslie introduces a series of simple water tricks designed for informal performances. One notable trick, "The Impossible," involves three glasses and a piece of paper, leading the audience to believe that a half-full glass can balance on a paper bridge. Ainslie includes clever setups and humorous dialogues to set the scene, encouraging amateur conjurers to rehearse their acts before performing. This opening not only showcases the author's insightful methods but also establishes a light-hearted and engaging tone that sets the stage for the delightful tricks that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Magic tricks https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36513 77353 77353