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Title
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Scientific Mysteries: a Collection of Simple and Effective Experiments Illustrating Chemical, Physical and Optical Wonders
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Description
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A later book that combines magic and scientific experiments. Experiments with gases, phosphorus, metals, crystallisation and even ‘nihilist bombs’ are alongside invisible inks, inexhaustible bottles, colour changing flowers and the diving imp, often featured in early conjuring books. Important optical illusions of 19th century theatre are also present: stage ghosts, a version of Pepper’s ghost using glass to reflect an actor's image onto the stage and ‘decapitation no murder’.
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Creator
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[unknown]
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Date
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1891
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Identifier
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[H.P.L.] Mysteries
Magic
