Hocus Pocus by Richard Wiseman, Rik Worth, and 50 similar items

Hocus Pocus by Richard Wiseman, Rik Worth, Jordan Collver and Owen Watts One of the most exciting and refreshing explorations of the world of magic and mystery our community has ever seen. Brought to you by Professor Richard Wiseman and Vanishing Inc., Hocus Pocus is a one-of-a-kind comic exploring the curious history and psychology of magic and the paranormal. You won't be able to stop turning the pages of this thrilling adventure brought to life by a wildly-talented group of comic artists and storytellers Rik Worth, Jordan Collver, and Owen Watts. In total, you'll enjoy five tantalizing stories that will share elements of magic's history that you almost certainly have not heard before. Each one was originally published as a separate comic, earning nominations for the coveted Eisner award. Now, for the first time ever, they'll be available in one stunning hardback book that perfectly captures Richard and the team's vision in a way that only Vanishing Inc. could. Dive deep into this captivating journey through the world of levitations, mind reading, prophecy, seances, and ghosts. These strange-but-true tales of scientific discovery and exploration of the unknown will have your eyes glued to the page, unable to stop reading once you start. This includes everything from Nostradamus' rise to the Crown Prince of prophecy to the dreaded tale of the most haunted house in England and even a look at how Alexander "The Man Who Knows" was able to...well, know. Hocus Pocus is an interactive adventure. You don't just read it, you become part of it. As you move along, you'll discover a variety of secrets and working magic tricks hidden throughout its pages. This includes tests of your paranormal abilities, psychic readings, and more. There has never been a showcase of the history of magic and the paranormal as intriguing and engaging as Hocus Pocus. This gorgeous hardbound book is a must on the shelf of any magician, mentalist, paranormalist, or enthusiast.