2009 · [New York
by [Minguet e Yrol, Pablo]
[New York: The Conjuring Arts Research Center], 2009. 8vo, pp. 227, [2]; text illustration; orange paper wrappers; spine sunned, else fine. "This issue features a new and complete translation of Engaños a ojos vistas (Deceptions in Plain Sight) by Pablo Minguet è Yrol. Published in 1733, Minguet was[sic] Spain’s first book devoted to the teaching of conjuring secrets. This is the first time his examplary early text has been translated into English. In addition to the translation, there are also introductory and supplementary articles by Stephen Minch, Juan Tamariz, and Enrique Jimènez-Martinez, including a checklist of editions by Mr. Jimènez-Martinez and William Kalush. (Inventory #: 68796)