{"product_id":"the-mechanics-of-marvels-chuck-romano-9798307939109","title":"The Mechanics of Marvels","description":"Dive into the magical realm of creativity, wonder, and ingenuity with THE MECHANICS OF MARVELS. This fascinating book, featuring an introduction by Jim Steinmeyer, reveals the clever mechanisms and imaginative genius behind the patents of some of history's most remarkable illusions and tricks. It lists over 500 patents. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDiscover the methods in which the great magic inventors merged creativity with technical skill to captivate their audiences. This book showcases complete drawings and descriptions for 100 patents, covering a wide array of topics from stage illusions to close-up magic. Notable contributors like Thurston, Goldin, Houdini, Merv Taylor, John Petrie, and many others are included in this extensive volume. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for magicians, conjuring enthusiasts, inventors, and curious minds alike, this book provides a rare glimpse into the blueprints of wonder. With detailed illustrations and fascinating commentary, it reveals how performers pushed the boundaries of possibility, one patent at a time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're a magician, inventor, an innovation enthusiast, or a lover of the extraordinary, this book is your backstage pass to the marvels of magical ingenuity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Chuck Romano\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798307939109\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/03\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 480\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.43lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.97d","brand":"Chuck Romano","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47201043677439,"sku":"9798307939109","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_fc84add9-e50b-45e7-9d8b-9b740c285367.jpg?v=1756788701","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-mechanics-of-marvels-chuck-romano-9798307939109","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}