Will Goldston’s Annual of Magic

6b Will Goldston. London: Will Goldston Ltd., 1915-16.

Notes

Will Goldston’s Annual of Magic is an early twentieth-century publication devoted to the art of stage magic and illusion, issued as part of a series that runs through the 1910s and 1920s. This gather tricks, performance techniques, and contributions from leading magicians of the period, offering both practical instruction and insight into the craft. Often illustrated and written in an accessible style, the work is intended for both amateur enthusiasts and professional performers, reflecting the growing fascination with magic as both entertainment and discipline. The series stands as an important record of conjuring during a formative period in modern stage illusion.

Will Goldston (1878–1948) was a British magician, publisher, and dealer in magical apparatus who became one of the most influential figures in early twentieth-century conjuring. Through his publications and his work within the magic community, he helped make the techniques of professional magic more widely accessible. Goldston combined performance with publishing, promoting magic as both a skilled craft and a popular form of entertainment. His contributions played a significant role in shaping modern magic literature, and his works continue to be valued by collectors and historians of the art.

Description 

Paper covered boards with white lettering illustration of performer on upper board. White spine. Damage to corners with chipping and bumping. Some separation at head of spine. Very good condition overall.