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Exploring magic as a performing art, this book delves into its connections with cultural themes like religion, finance, gender, and nationality. It profiles influential magicians from Robert-Houdin to Penn & Teller, highlighting how magic serves as a significant social practice. The examination reveals the intricate relationship between magic and various societal aspects, offering insights into its evolution and impact on Western culture.
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Performing Magic on the Western Stage, Kenneth A. Loparo
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Performing Magic on the Western Stage
- Subtitle
- From the Eighteenth Century to the Present
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kenneth A. Loparo
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan US
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781349374649
- Description
- Exploring magic as a performing art, this book delves into its connections with cultural themes like religion, finance, gender, and nationality. It profiles influential magicians from Robert-Houdin to Penn & Teller, highlighting how magic serves as a significant social practice. The examination reveals the intricate relationship between magic and various societal aspects, offering insights into its evolution and impact on Western culture.