About the Book: Pc Sorcar: The Maharaja Of Magic
P.C. Sorcar is one of the greatest magicians of the twentieth century. He
single-handedly revived a languishing Indian art and brought it to the world
stage. This book is a pictorial account of his metamorphosis into the Maharaja
of Magic from very humble beginnings. Written by his son, who was once his
apprentice and now carrying on the proud tradition, this is a deeply personal
view of the life and times of a towering figure. Photographs culled from various
sources throw light on the magician as well as the man behind the scenes. Rare
posters, newspaper articles,