The Magician's Own Book, or, the Whole Art of Conjuring Being a complete hand-book of parlor magic, and containing over one thousand optical, chemical, mechanical, magnetical, and magical experiments, amusing transmutations, astonishing sleights and subtleties, celebrated card deceptions, ingenious tricks with numbers, curious and entertaining puzzles, together with all the most noted tricks of modern performers.

"The Magician's Own Book, or, the Whole Art of Conjuring" by George Arnold is a mid-19th century guide offering a huge collection of magic tricks designed for family and friends. Intended for beginners and experienced performers alike, this manual contains over a thousand illusions using sleight of hand, optical principles, and other clever methods to amaze audiences. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the secrets behind the tricks and using them to create joy and wonder, not to deceive; it seeks to make the art of parlor magic accessible. The tricks in "The Magician's Own Book" rely more on skill than fancy and focus on using everyday objects to create magical feats, ensuring the magic is enjoyable for both the performer and the audience.