A collection of illusions by Sandro Del-Prete, each illustration is accompanied by a description.

Rings of seahorses seem to rotate and butterflies seems to transform into warriors right on the page. Astonishing creations of visual trickery by masters of the art, such as Escher, Dali, and Archimbolo make this breathtaking collection the definitive book of optical illusions. Includes an illuminating Foreword by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author Hofstadter.

This biography of famed magician and illusionist Harry Houdini explores how he carried out his amazing feats and exposes the secrets behind many of Houdini's tricks. The author cites Houdini's brilliance, physical dexterity, and wild imagination as factors that made him a true master of illusion. Photos.

**Winner of the 2014 Global Ebook Awards Silver Medal for Historical Literature Fiction (Modern)** Murder, Magic, Music and Obsession ... Master of Illusion follows the lives of childhood comrades, Angel and Elise, as they run hand in hand from a history of treachery, heartache and crippling abuse. Under the mask of exceptional talent and in the name of justice, they each grapple with their own damaged version of love and loyalty, while fiercely protecting their terrible secrets. Set in the operatic era of 19th century France, talented dancer, Elise, is discovered by the eminent Opéra Français and is whisked away from a simple life to fulfil her dreams of becoming prima ballerina. Her path is forever changed the day she rescues the disfigured, amnesic, genius—Angel—from a life of abandonment and mistreatment. Angel's obsessions define him: his emulation of the Phantom of the Opera coupled with a latent dark side, develop into a fervent passion for a young soprano. Cast under Angel's charming spell, Elise assumes the role of his protector and nurturer—only to discover that she, too, wields powers of her own: persuasion and contrivance. In trying to reach the pinnacle of operatic success, Angel and Elise are faced with the challenge of defining justice, love and self acceptance. Through abandonment, Angel knows only one form of love—obsession; and Elise, whose purity lies in ruins at the hands of evil, is raped of her capacity for romantic love. Can they fulfil their childhood dreams without blood on their hands? ...

This is a history of the World Bank, which was set up in 1945 with the pledge to narrow the gap between the First and Third Worlds, but which has done nothing of the sort. The author argues that the Bank's bureaucrats, insulated from public scrutiny, are guilty of overlooking the human equation.

Sean Jackson is the...Assistant to Jordan Black at Black Diamond Holdings. Just what the assistance is that he provides is yet to be revealed. Sean is the epitome of the classic gentleman with a cool, relaxed demeanor on the outside a dangerous side within that is unrivaled. Sean becomes captivated by a curvaceous chocolate Goddess by the name of Lily Masters at their first encounter. What starts out as an innocent flirtation turns into a sensual love affair of mind and body. Lily Masters is a painter by trade. After working in art galleries all over the world she moves to LA determined to stay one step ahead of the demons from her past. Because of the secrets she harbors, Lily knows that she cannot lose her heart to Sean. She refuses to endanger them both, but Lily soon finds out that Sean is six feet four inches of brilliance and kindness that she cannot resist. He is danger of a different kind and his warrior heart calls to the Goddess within her. Determined to protect Lily at all costs, Sean utilizes his many talents as the Master of Illusions while taking Lily, along with their friends, into a world of seeing is believing. Lily and Sean discover that while they both have their secrets, the love they share transcends all boundaries. They vow that together they will dwell in their illusions and keep the secrets of each others' realities.

Ash and Pikachu are in Crown City for the Pokemon Baccer World Cup competition when Zoroark attacks, leaving Ash and his friends scrambling to solve an old mystery in order to stop Zoroark and save the people of the city. This book reads from right t