LeVar Burton Reads
"The Court Magician" by Sarah Pinsker
Oct 10, 2023
A young magician learns real magic with consequences, from street magician to court magician. Reflections on the price of magic, regrets of making people disappear, and the secret behind the court magician's power. Explore the consequences of fulfilling desires.
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- The protagonist's unquenchable thirst for knowledge leads him to make a pact with dire consequences.
- The story serves as a cautionary tale about the high cost of unchecked desires.
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The Hunger for Knowledge of Magic
The podcast episode explores a young boy's desire to understand the secrets behind magic tricks and his quest to become a magician. The boy's fascination with magic sets him apart from others, and he seeks tutelage from experienced magicians. Through hard work and practice, he not only learns the tricks but also develops his own illusions. However, his hunger for knowledge leads him to make a pact that comes with a grave cost.
