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Magic Eye: A New Way of Looking at the World
Series: Magic Eye
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This book is perfect for visual explorers, fans of optical illusions, and anyone interested in arts and culture seeking a playful and mind-bending experience. It appeals to readers of all ages who enjoy discovering hidden images and shifting their perspective.
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Challenge your eyes (and your perception) with the publishing phenomenon of the 1990s that turned into a true cultural touchstone.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!
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Challenge your eyes (and your perception) with the publishing phenomenon of the 1990s that turned into a true cultural touchstone.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!
Get ready to see the world in 3D right before your eyes.
Within each page of Magic Eye: A New Way of Looking at the World lies a hidden, mind-bending three-dimensional image waiting to emerge from what seems like a jumble of abstract patterns. The trick is simple: relax your gaze, let your eyes diverge, and watch as the illusion resolves into a secret scene or object—directly in front of you.
Whether you’re discovering Magic Eye for the first time or returning to it with fresh eyes, this volume offers:
- Cleverly concealed 3D artworks across its pages
- Easy-to-follow viewing tips and a solution key
- An invitation to slow down, look closer, and enjoy the delight of visual surprise
Join generations of readers and visual explorers in the fun of “seeing the unseen,” and rediscover how a simple shift in perspective can transform the way you look at the world.
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Magic Eye: A New Way of Looking at the World
Challenge your eyes (and your perception) with the publishing phenomenon of the 1990s that turned into a true cultural touchstone. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Get ready to see the world in 3D right before your eyes. Within each page of Magic Eye: A New Way of Looking at the World lies a hidden, mind-bending three-dimensional image waiting to emerge...HardbackSold Out
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780836270068
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 05 October 1993
Country: United States
Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 284.0mm
Height: 221.0mm
Weight: 438g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Magic Eye® ignited the worldwide 3D craze of the 1990s. In fact, Magic Eye I, II, and III appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list for a combined 73 weeks. More than 20 million copies of Magic Eye books have been sold in more than 25 languages. The weekly newspaper syndicated comic strip has appeared in newspapers around the world since 1994.
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