Confidences et Révélations: Comment on devient sorcier by Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin
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"Confidences et Révélations: Comment on devient sorcier" by Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin is an autobiographical work written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of magic and illusion, providing insights into the author's life and career as an illusionist. Robert-Houdin aims to demystify the art of magic while recounting his personal journey and the development of his craft. At the start of the book, the author introduces himself and his home, which is
outfitted with various mechanical wonders, hinting at his proficiency in electronics and the art of illusion. He reflects on his reputation for having supernatural powers, which are revealed to be the result of scientific applications rather than true sorcery. The opening chapters delve into his childhood, describing his early fascination with mechanics through his father's craftsmanship and his encounters with unique characters that influenced his pursuit of magic. This personal narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how he honed his skills and crafted performances that captivated audiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Robert-Houdin, Jean-Eugène, 1805-1871 |
|---|---|
| Title | Confidences et Révélations: Comment on devient sorcier |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Robert-Houdin, Jean-Eugène, 1805-1871 |
| Subject | Magicians -- France -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40855 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 610 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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