Magic Eye Beyond 3D: Improve Your Vision [Hardcover]

Magic Eye Inc. (Author), Marc Grossman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2004

I have seen incredible changes in people's overall behavior by viewing Magic Eye images, including vision improvement. This book discusses some of the types of behavioral changes that my patients have reported as well as what possible physiological and psychological mechanisms may account for these changes." -Dr. Marc Grossman

When Magic Eye images hit the publishing world in the 1990s, the response was as magical as the 3D images popping from their colorful backgrounds. Viewers couldn't get these best-selling books fast enough. In fact, Magic Eye I, II, and III rode the New York Times best-seller list for 34 weeks and eventually sold more than 20 million copies. Now Beyond 3D: Improve Your Vision with Magic Eye takes this phenomenon to another level.

Beyond 3D examines the medical benefits and scientific possibilities related to viewing these remarkable images. Clearly explained in lay terms and through the use of numerous Magic Eye illustrations, the book not only helps readers "see" the images, it identifies and demonstrates the many physical and performance-related enrichments that may result, including:

* reduced computer eyestrain

* diminished stress levels

* improved overall vision

* lengthened attention span

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About the Author

Magic Eye ignited the worldwide 3D craze of the 1990s. In fact, Magic Eye I, II, and III appeared on the New York Times best-seller list for a combined 73 weeks. More than 20 million copies of Magic Eye books have been sold in more than 25 languages. The weekly newspaper syndicated comic strip has appeared in newspapers around the world since 1994 and became the fastest start-up syndication in the history of Universal Press Syndicate.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (June 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740745271
• ISBN-13: 978-0740745270
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 11.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,087 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Aging > Eye Problems
  • #3 in Books > Humor & Entertainment > Puzzles & Games > Magic

More About the Author

Magic Eye Inc. first captured consumer and commercial attention when it came into international focus in the 1990s. Since then, the creators developed the sale of more than 20 million copies worldwide in more than 25 languages. In 2001, Magic Eye released four new books, including a best-seller in Japan. The company has cross-licensed with the Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros., and Marvel Comics, along with many others, and retail clients have ranged from the National Institutes of Health to the Grateful Dead. Marc Grossman, O.D., L.A.c., uses Magic Eye images in his daily practice. A well-known speaker on vision-related topics, Marc co-created Magic Eye: How to See 3D in 1996, and is the author of Natural Eye Care: An Encyclopedia; Greater Vision: A Comprehensive Program for Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Clarity; and Natural Eye Care: A Comprehensive Manual for Practitioners of Oriental Medicine.

Customer Reviews

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A fine addition to the series, July 31, 2004

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Vivian Unger (Montreal, QC Canada) - See all my reviews
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I bought this book shortly after getting Magic Eye II, and I can see how much they've improved their techniques in the intervening years. There are some gorgeous images in this book. I particularly like the butterfly floaters. They've also made it easier to see the images with the help of the two squares at the top of each page, that let you know when you've diverged your eyes just enough. The vision improvement info is another story. Why does Marc Grossman claim you can only do the "palming" exercise for 3 minutes? What terrible thing does he think would happen if you did it longer? (Such as a 1/2 hour, which is how long I routinely do it, without a problem.) Also many of the claims seem over the top. Magic Eye can bring you serenity? Make you more intuitive? Even give you feelings of love? C'mon. Nevertheless, for fans of stereograms, this is well worth adding to your collection.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It really does ease eye strain....., February 5, 2006

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T. Bundrick "Tboom49" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Magic Eye Beyond 3D: Improve Your Vision (Hardcover)

I was always able to see the "floater" images within the pictures. The books calls this "divergence". When I do it, totally relax my eyes, I see the image within seconds. The problem for me was when I read in this particular MagicEye that I need to practice convergence. In other words, bringing the eyes together, and seeing the opposite of the 3D image. It's like a sunken image. At first, I had pain from doing this. It caused me eye strain, which was similar to eye strain I always feel after reading or sitting in front of the PC for a period of time. Now, after practicing the techniques to increase convergence (i.e. the pencil moving in and out for 10 seconds), I see the image, and more important, no more eye strain! It does work, or at least it worked for me..........

19 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars eye Q, June 9, 2004

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This review is from: Magic Eye Beyond 3D: Improve Your Vision (Hardcover)

the best magic eye book ever !!!! it discusses how just by using magic eye pictures a person can tap into how their brain works. the 3D pictures are amazing and fun and the text helps us think about vision in a whole new way. way to go magic eye!!