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Eric C. Lewis
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Eric C. Lewis (1908 - November 23, 1993) was a British-born illusion builder that emigrated to the United States. Founded the MagiCraft Magic Manufacturing Co. He also worked with illusion builder John Gaughan before his retirement.
| Eric C. Lewis | |
| Born | 1908 UK |
|---|---|
| Died | November 23, 1993 |
| Categories | Books by Eric C. Lewis |
His best known creation is the Diminishing Silk Production.
The Academy of Magical Arts voted him Stage Magician of the Year twice, honored him with a Literary Fellowship and in 1985 awarded him the Masters Fellowship.
He is the father of magician Martin Lewis.
He authored over 20 books.
Books
- Well I Never! (1931)
- Studies in Mystery (1941)
- A Choice of Miracles (1980)
- A Continuation of Miracles (1981)
- The Crowning Miracles (1983)
- Martin's Miracles (1985)
- Eric Lewis’ Rope Routine
- The Berg Book (1983) (with David Avadon)
- Walter Jeans, Illusioneer (1986) (with Peter Warlock)
- P.T. Selbit: Magical Innovator (1989) (with Peter Warlock)