Abstract:As Ian Keable may not be entirely familiar to literary scholars, some introduction may be necessary. Keable is a professional magician, Member of the Inner Magic Circle, and winner of the Magic Circle Comedy Award. He has published several books and been a presenter on BBC Radio 4 and is an accredited lecturer for the British Arts Society, specializing in Dickensian conjuring and eighteenth-century hoaxes. He writes a meticulous regular and informative monthly blog.As to why a review of his book should appear … Show more
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