Magic by Ho Yam

**Magic by Ho Yam** (William Mayoh) – Peterson Printing Corporation, South Bend (IN), 1949. First edition hardbound. Original blue cloth binding, gilt‑stamped title on front cover. The book contains a collection of practical magical effects all of which have been tried and tested, with photographic illustrations by the author.

**Bibliographic details:** Author: Ho Yam (pseudonym of William Mayoh). Publisher: Peterson Printing Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A. Year: 1949. Binding: Hardback, original cloth. Pagination: 137 pages (confirmed). Illustrations: Photographic illustrations by the author. Language: English.

**Condition Report:** Boards are clean, gilt stamping remains bright. The binding is tight. No writing or bookplates visible. Minimal wear to extremities (small bumping to corners/spine ends). No dust jacket was issued. Pages are age‑toned as expected for a 1949 issue but free from spotting or foxing. A very good‑to‑near fine copy.

**Collector Highlights:** A key title in mid‑20th‑century magic publication, this work by Ho Yam remains sought after by collectors of magic literature and practitioners alike. First edition copies in clean condition are relatively scarce and command a premium. This example offers excellent value for its state.