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The Art of Iugling or Legerdemaine / Wherein is Deciphered All the Conueyances of Legerdemaine and Iugling, How They Are Effected, and Wherin They Chiefly Consist; Cautions to Beware of Cheating at Cardes and Dice, the Detection of the Beggerly Art of Alcumistry, and the Foppery of Foolish Cousoning Charmes, All Tending to Mirth and Recreation, Especially for Those That Desire to Haue the Insight and Priuate Practise Thereof cover

The Art of Iugling or Legerdemaine / Wherein is Deciphered All the Conueyances of Legerdemaine and Iugling, How They Are Effected, and Wherin They Chiefly Consist; Cautions to Beware of Cheating at Cardes and Dice, the Detection of the Beggerly Art of Alcumistry, and the Foppery of Foolish Cousoning Charmes, All Tending to Mirth and Recreation, Especially for Those That Desire to Haue the Insight and Priuate Practise Thereof

By Samuel Rid
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This work assembles practical descriptions of sleight-of-hand, card and dice devices, street cons, and theatrical legerdemain, accompanied by step-by-step instructions, warnings about cheating, and techniques for detecting impostures such as bogus alchemy and phony charms. It offers historical background on itinerant tricksters and the evolution of their methods, reflections on ethics and entertainment, and advice for private practice as well as exposing common tricks used against the gullible. The tone blends technical explanation with moral caution and amusement, aiming to instruct readers while promoting recreation.

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Samuel Rid

Samuel Rid was an English author known for his work in the early 17th century, particularly in the realm of entertainment and deception. His notable book, "The Art of Iugling or Legerdemaine," serves as a comprehensive guide to the techniques and tricks of juggling and sleight of hand, providing insights into the art of illusion and the psychology behind it. Rid's writing not only explores the mechanics of these performances but also offers cautions against cheating in games of chance, reflecting the societal concerns of his time. His work contributes to the understanding of performance arts and the cultural context of entertainment in early modern England.

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