First edition of one of the famous (or infamous) "Yellow Peril" series of books from C. Arthur Pearson. This was the first magic book written by the magician who later became well-known as the author of the Professor Branestawm stories. Full of great tricks and fascinating magic adverts from the time.
 
Condition: Fair/poor, spine paper mostly missing, significant wear and marks throughout, binding loose, ex-library with stickers, stamps and inscriptions. 
 
Binding: Hardback
Year:  1923
Publisher: C. Arthur Pearson
Pages: 124
Dimensions (to nearest cm): 18 X 12cm