THE CIRCLE OF MAGI

The Circle of Magicians, edited by Peter Haining, who also authored the collections The Cave of Magicians and Rudyard Kipling's Supernatural Tales, brings together some of the most celebrated tales of magic in world literature. Among the authors are Charles Dickens, H.G. Wells, Ray Bradbury, Roald Dahl, L. Frank Baum, Philip Pullman, Ursula Le Guin, Peter S. Beagle, Sylvia Townsend Warner, George MacDonald, Terence Blacker, Jacqueline Wilson, Alan Garner, and E. Nesbit, the writer who inspired J.K. Rowling to create the Harry Potter universe. A must-read for all ages. Magicians are those who have the power to control magic and summon demons, manipulate the forces of nature, and mystify the innocent. The stories gathered here unravel the secrets of these wizards and sorcerers, reveal wonders, and challenge the reader to be transported to another dimension. Upon entering the circle of magicians, anything can happen. As you venture into worlds where the supernatural reigns, you'll encounter people who can fly and travel through time with the snap of their fingers. In these worlds, a magician can control both natural elements and demonic beings, unleashing powers capable of destruction or healing and performing wonders that will leave the reader's hair standing on end.