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There must be some natural aptitude for the art; it must be born in a man, and can never be acquired by rule. He must be alert both in body and in mind; cool and calculating to the movement of a muscle under all circumstances; a close student of men and human nature.

— Alexander Herrmann The Art of Magic (1891)

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The very best illusions of the best magicians of a few years ago are now the common property of traveling showmen at country fairs.

The magician depends for the success of his art upon the credulity of the people.

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I have not drawn a very rosy picture of the magician. I did not intend to do so. To the novice entering the life and promising himself ease, indolence, and wealth, I should say, "Don't!"

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All this is not a pleasant prospective picture for the aspirant for the honors of the magician.

With a scientific cause he must produce a seemingly opposite effect to that warranted by order and system.

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