'... the eighth collection of [the author's] Mathematical Games columns ... appearing monthly in "Scientific American"' - Introduction.
Also published: New York : Knopf, 1977.
Mathematical magic show : more puzzles, games, diversions, illusions & other mathematical entertainment from 'Scientific American' by Martin Gardner. ISBN 0047930306. Published by Allen and Unwin in 1977. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.