{"title":"Michael D. Bailey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael D. Bailey\u003c\/strong\u003e offers clear and approachable guides that illuminate the world of magic and performance. His works blend practical instruction with insightful commentary, making complex skills accessible to both beginners and those seeking to deepen their craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e category, Bailey’s books serve as valuable resources for readers interested in mastering the fundamentals of magic with confidence and flair. Expect thoughtful explanations that inspire both learning and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magic-the-basics-by-michael-d-bailey-9781138809604","title":"Magic: The Basics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMagic: The Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is a concise and engaging introduction to magic in world history and contemporary societies. Presenting magic as a global phenomenon which has manifested in all human cultures, this book takes a thematic approach which explores the historical, social, and cultural aspects of magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKey features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAttempts to define magic either in universal or more particular terms, and to contrast it with other broad and potentially fluid categories such as religion and science.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn examination of different forms of magical practice and the purposes for which magic has been used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDebates about magic’s effectiveness, its reality, and its morality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn exploration of magic’s association with certain social factors, such as gender, ethnicity, and education, among others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOffering a global perspective of magic from antiquity through to the modern era and including a glossary of key terms, suggestions for further reading and case studies throughout, \u003cem\u003eMagic: The Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is essential reading for anyone seeking to learn more about the academic study of magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47606584574188,"sku":"9781138809604","price":235.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138809604-magic-the-basics.jpg?v=1778154251"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-d-bailey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}