Gibecière by Stephen Minch - Vol 17 No 2 (Summer 2022 , (Instant Download)

Step into the rich tapestry of magical history with Gibecière, Volume 17 No. 2, the esteemed journal dedicated to the art and history of conjuring. This Summer 2022 edition delivers an unparalleled journey through centuries of arcane knowledge, presented by leading researchers in the field. As an instant download, your access to these captivating stories and groundbreaking research is immediate, allowing you to immerse yourself without delay.

Unveiling Ancient and Early Modern Secrets

This issue begins with a fascinating exploration by Pierre Taillefer into the often-overlooked world of conjury in medieval Arabia and Andalusia. Discover how many tricks familiar in Western literature have earlier roots and explanations within these vibrant cultures. Taillefer's second contribution casts a spotlight on Charles Groussart, the enigmatic Marquis d’Ambreville, a notorious 17th-century conjurer whose performances, including a fabled spectacle in hell, inspired numerous artistic prints of his era. These meticulously researched articles offer fresh perspectives on the origins and evolution of magical deception.

The Ponsin Legacy: A Supplemental Unveiling

Continuing the historical deep dive, Maxwell Pritchard presents groundbreaking new research on the life and extensive publications of Jean-Nicolas Ponsin. For the first time ever, English-speaking audiences can access Pritchard's complete translation of Ponsin’s crucial final work on conjuring, Supplément a la Sorcellerie ancienne et moderne expliquée. This supplement to Ponsin's renowned Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée offers invaluable insights into the thoughts and methods of one of magic’s pivotal figures, a truly essential addition to any serious magic library.

A Must-Have for Connoisseurs

Beyond its unparalleled scholarly content, Gibecière Vol. 17 No. 2 is a visual delight. It features stunning full-color illustrations that bring the historical narratives to life, complemented by extensive scholarly notes that provide context and further reading. This volume is an indispensable resource for historians of magic, serious practitioners, and anyone captivated by the fascinating origins and development of conjuring. Secure your instant download today and enrich your understanding of this profound art form.

Original Specs

We are delighted to present the thirty-fourth issue of our flagship journal Gibecière. Pierre Taillefer introduces us to conjury in medieval Arabia and Andalusia, where we can find explanations for several well-known tricks in literature that pre-date those in Western literature. In his second contribution to this issue, Taillefer tells the story of Charles Groussart, also known as the Marquis d’Ambreville, an infamous conjurer of the seventeenth century who inspired many artistic prints, including an image of a conjuring performance in hell. Maxwell Pritchard follows with new research on the life and publications of Jean-Nicolas Ponsin, followed by the first ever English translation of Ponsin’s Supplément a la Sorcellerie ancienne et moderne expliquée, a supplement to Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée and his final work on conjuring. With full color illustrations and extensive notes, we are sure you will enjoy this latest issue!

Contents:

Pocket Notes—Stephen Minch

From Baghdad to Cordoba: Conjurers in the Medieval Arab World—Pierre Taillefer

The Marquis D’Ambreville, a Conjurer at Pluto’s Court—Pierre Taillefer

Jean-Nicolas Ponsin: A Supplemental Unveiling—Maxwell Pritchard

J. N. Ponsin’s Supplement to Ancient and Modern Sorcery Explained—translated by Maxwell Pritchard