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Four wooden “books” are shown resting in a wooden book holder. The books are threaded through the corners with a tied silken cord. At the magician’s command, the books come free of the cord. Next, each book is threaded through the center with a ribbon that goes through the book holder. Even with the ends of the ribbon held by two spectators, the books manage to escape. A seldom-seen P&L effect. Scarce. Condition: Excellent.

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Books of Ching Soo - Petrie-Lewis

Name: Books of Ching Soo - Petrie-Lewis
SKU: 55518152
Price: 450 USD
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