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MASKELYNE, John Nevil (1839 – 1917). The History of a Mystery! An Explanation of the Great Box Trick. Brighton: Printed by J.F. Eyles, 1873. Self-covered paper wrappers. [1 – 2], 3 – 7, [8]. 16mo. Newmann collection blindstamp to front. Wear to spine, rear wrap reinforced at gutter and barely holding. Toole Stott 487. RARE.This booklet reproduces two letters from Maskelyne to Dr. Lynn, who both worked at the Egyptian Hall. As Maskelyne’s introduction states, “The reason for laying these facts before the public will be clear after perusing the accompanying letters, written to the gentleman known as Dr. Lynn….” Maskelyne goes on to provide an account of his invention of the box trick, refuting Lynn’s claims as inventor of the effect.