John Nevil Maskelyne

Sharps and Flats (eBook, ePUB)

A Complete Revelation of the Secrets of Cheating at Games of Chance and Skill

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Sharps and Flats by J.N. Maskelyne is a book containing all you need to know about master card swindlers. These gambling experts will do whatever it takes to win big. Contents: "I. INTRODUCTORY 1 II. COMMON SHARPERS AND THEIR TRICKS 10 III. MARKED CARDS AND THE MANNER OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT 26 IV. REFLECTORS 60 V. HOLDOUTS 73 VI. MANIPULATION 112 VII. COLLUSION AND CONSPIRACY 159 VIII. THE GAME OF FARO 184 IX. PREPARED CARDS 215 X. DICE 229 XI. HIGH BALL POKER 261 XII. ROULETTE AND ALLIED GAMES."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 904
• Erscheinungstermin: 24. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339555150
• Artikelnr.: 69689522

Autorenporträt

John Nevil Maskelyne (1839-1917) was a prominent English stage magician and illusionist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His contributions to the fields of magic and deception were profound, not only as a performer but also as an inventor and author. Maskelyne's inquisitive mind led him to expose the fraudulent practices of spiritualists and mediums, which he considered a public service, upholding a commitment to rationalism and scientific inquiry. In 1894, he co-authored 'Sharps and Flats: A Complete Revelation of the Secrets of Cheating at Games of Chance and Skill,' which revealed the inner workings and tricks employed by swindlers and gamblers. This book became an important reference for both magicians and the general public, heightening awareness about the deception in gambling and the importance of fair play. Maskelyne's literary style was clear, direct, and informative, aiming to educate and entertain his readers. His legacy in the realm of magic is marked by innovation, such as the development of levitation illusions, and his commitment to demystify the operations behind the supposed supernatural occurrences. His work continues to influence magicians and skeptics alike, and 'Sharps and Flats' remains a seminal work in the literature of magic and deception.