David Copperfield's History of Magic by David Copperfield, Richard Wiseman, David Britland - 2021

New York: Simon & Schuster, 2021. A first edition (complete numberline) hardcover book SIGNED by David Copperfield on the special tip in page (page after the front free endpaper) in as new condition in as new dust jacket that is mylar protected and has label on the front. B&N (Barnes & Noble) Signed Edition. This signed edition of David Copperfield's History of Magic has been specially bound by the publisher. Photographs by Homer Wang. IN THIS PERSONAL JOURNEY through a unique performing art, David Copperfield profiles some of the world's most groundbreaking magicians. From the sixteenth-century magistrate who wrote an early book on conjuring, to the roaring twenties and the man who fooled Houdini, to the woman who levitated, vanished, and caught bullets in her bare teeth, David Copperfield's History of Magic takes you on a wild journey through the remarkable feats of the greatest magicians in history. 11"x8.75", 267 pages. Satisfaction Guaranteed. David Copperfield (David Seth Kotkin) is an American magician, described by Forbes as the most commercially successful magician in history. Copperfield's television specials have been nominated for 38 Emmy Awards, winning 21. Best known for his combination of storytelling and illusion, his career of over 40 years has earned him 11 Guinness World Records, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a knighthood by the French government. He has been named a Living Legend by the US Library of Congress. As of 2006, he has sold 33 million tickets and grossed over US$4 billion, more than any other solo entertainer in history by a large margin. In 2015, Forbes listed his earnings at $63 million for the previous 12 months and ranked him the 20th highest-earning celebrity in the world. When not performing, he manages his chain of 11 resort islands in the Bahamas, which he calls Musha Cay and the Islands of Copperfield Bay. . Signed by Author. First Edition. Hardcover. As New/As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.