{"title":"Magic Books","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eWhether you're building a library to look credible at magic clubs, searching for that one forgotten principle that'll revolutionize your act, or genuinely committed to learning theory before buying more props (who are you kidding?)—we've got the books that'll make you feel productive without actually practicing! :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRemember: Owning magic books makes you a collector. Reading them makes you knowledgeable. Practicing what's in them makes you a magician. Pick your delusion accordingly. See our guide to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/magic-books\/essential-magic-books-to-learn-magic-tricks\"\u003eessential magic books\u003c\/a\u003e here. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"artofconjuring","title":"A History of the Art of Conjuring by Kurt Volkmann","description":"\u003ci\u003e\"Amazing! What an accomplishment for both Volkmann and Conjuring Arts!\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e - David Copperfield \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I've never seen a magic-history book like this. It's more than an encyclopedia of magic and is filled with incredible ideas for anyone who wants to be inspired.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- David Blaine \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"These volumes are an amazing accomplishment on every level: The original research, the writing, the translation by Dr. Pieper and Max Pritchard, and the stunning presentation. I've had many friends call and write to ask, \"Are they worth it? Should I get them?\" My answer to all of them, and to you, is \"Yes. These are a must.\" These books are a remarkable resource and a remarkable value. As I looked through them, I kept thinking, \"I wish Ricky could have seen these.\" You'll be happy from the second you begin to unbox them (this may be the best packing job any book has ever received) beyond the moment you turn the last page and every time you return to these volumes for deeper knowledge and inspiration. Here is my personal guarantee: If anyone gets these and doesn't believe that these books and the information inside them are worth many times the asking price, I guarantee the person hasn't actually read them. Now that this edition of Volkmann's History of the Art of Conjuring exists, I cannot imagine not owning it.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Michael Weber \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Just when you thought you knew something about magic history, A History of the Art of Conjuring comes along and changes everything. These two gigantic books provide a view of magic that is both unfamiliar and endlessly fascinating. Seemingly every page provides us with new information. And as we have come to expect from the Conjuring Arts Research Center, these books are of the highest quality.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Mike Caveney \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"These volumes are breathtaking in their scope, detail, production and vision. They deserve a place on the bookshelf of anyone who is serious about the history of magic.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Richard Wiseman \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A copy of this work belongs on the shelves of historians and collectors worldwide.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Edwin A. Dawes \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The most thorough and best-researched history on conjuring ever written. [...] This two-volume set of Volkmann's History of the Art of Conjuring is magnificent and without a hint of hyperbole is required in the library of anyone with a serious interest in conjuring history.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Stephen Minch \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou've waited almost a century, and the wait is finally over. Welcome to Kurt Volkmann's epic saga, \u003cb\u003eA History of the Art of Conjuring\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKurt Volkmann’s complete \"Geschichte der Zauberkunst\" has been dusted off and translated into English with flair by Lori Pieper and Maxwell Pritchard. If Steffen Taut had a say, he’d call it \"the best overall investigation on the history of conjuring.\" Thanks to Lori Pieper, who wielded her polyglot prowess over a dozen languages, we can all relish Volkmann's work in our native tongue. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume One is your backstage pass to the annals of magic, whisking you away to days of yore when magic was serious business. From ancient scrolls to the dashing European stage wizards of modern times, Volkmann spins a yarn through a treasure trove of manuscripts, books, newspapers, and artwork. It's a time machine for the magic-curious. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume Two dives headfirst into the world’s magic scene, country by country. Volkmann doesn’t just rehash the greatest hits—he digs deep into the underbelly of magic lore, revealing the unsung heroes of the craft. It's a fresh take on magic that makes the familiar feel brand new. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach tome is packed with 1,260 pages and 432 jaw-dropping color illustrations, all painstakingly credited. Volume Two throws in eleven appendices brimming with fresh insights, a hefty bibliography, and a no-nonsense index. Wrapped in archival paper, foil-stamped cloth, and presented in a swanky slipcase, this is not your average magic-history book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've only printed 1,000 numbered sets, so grab yours before they pull a disappearing act. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA History of the Art of Conjuring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKurt Volkmann \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTranslated by Lori Pieper and Maxwell Pritchard \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdited by Maxwell Pritchard \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVolume One:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Kurt Volkmann: Solicitor, Soldier, Scholar\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Richard Hatch \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword-Edwin A. Dawes \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Note on This Edition-Maxwell Pritchard \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKurt Volkmann's History of the Art of Conjuring \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Introduction-The Natural Art of Conjuring and Supernatural Magic \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter One-Antiquity \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter Two-The Middle Ages \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter Three-The Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter Four-The Eighteenth Century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter Five-The Romantic Era \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapter Six-Developers and Developments (analyses of Bosco, Döbler, Philippe, Robert-Houdin, Hofzinser, Anderson, Herrmann, Frikell, Heimbürger, Bellachini, Maskelyne and Buatier) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEndnotes \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustration Credits \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVolume Two:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter Seven-Imitators and Innovators (a detailed study of the development of performance magic and its practitioners in France, England, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Portugal, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Holland, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Russia, Greece, Yugoslavia, Egypt, Poland, Romania and Persia) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEndnotes \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppendices \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustration Credits \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBibliography \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndex \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/billet-work-basics-foundation-modern-mentalism\"\u003eLearn billet work basics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55420691317060,"sku":"78886","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/78886-full_c9c62c3a-5170-4524-a9c8-2fd3af451f71.png?v=1760132732"},{"product_id":"runesworld","title":"Rune's World: The Magic of Rune Klan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-trailer\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n7KIpZeQHrc\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"max-width: 560px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRune's World\u003c\/b\u003e is not your average magic book. It's a wild ride through the mind of Joshua Jay, blending instruction, theory, and even some graphic novel flair. Get ready to think differently about your magic and explore some wild possibilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nRune Klan? Yeah, he’s the magician your friends probably don’t know about, but trust us, he’s a big deal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nThis guy is an extreme force of nature. Picture this: he’s a coin guru with an international reputation but back home in Denmark, he’s a stand-up comedy star. Talk about a mixed bag, right?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eRune Klan is a magician like no other:\u003c\/b\u003e he’s an artist who plays by his own rules, focused solely on delivering jaw-dropping results. His stage magic is as loud and boisterous as his close-up work is sleek and refined. Whether he’s effortlessly transferring a stack of coins from hand to hand (seriously, he slips through the cracks between his fingers) or performing the infamous torn and restored porno magazine (he rips up a picture of a bikini babe, whips out a real bra from nowhere, and then restores it all to show the same girl, but nude), every effect is meticulously crafted with a laser focus on impact. His repertoire ranges from downright standard to deliciously bizarre—and yes, even a tad illegal—but the bottom line? The effect always trumps the method. You’ll find Rune’s unique signature on every trick.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eRune's World\u003c\/b\u003e dives deep into the close-up and parlor magic that makes Rune such a captivating performer. This innovative 180-page collection is a mashup of a magic book and a graphic novel, so you know it’s going to be anything but boring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nAnd here’s a cherry on top: \u003cb\u003eRune's World\u003c\/b\u003e comes with a FREE companion download. We’re talking subtitled performances, interviews in English, and a few tricks that aren’t in the book. It’s a steal!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nFair warning: this book has adult themes. We recommend it for ages 18 and up. Get ready to step into Rune's world—if you dare!\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/forcing-techniques-every-mentalist-must-know\"\u003eRead our forcing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55421809230148,"sku":"45866","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/45866-full_fd5cad36-51cb-4dcc-b31c-d4c3969cf24a.png?v=1760136780"},{"product_id":"geniimag_2024_12__","title":"Genii Magazine December 2024 - Book","description":"\u003cb\u003eGENII \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVOLUME 87 \u003cbr\u003eNUMBER 12\u003cbr\u003eDECEMBER 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cb\u003e In Memoriam: Jon Racherbaumer\u003c\/b\u003e by Richard Kaufman  \n\u003cul\u003e  \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOnward...\u003c\/b\u003e by Steve Reynolds\u003c\/li\u003e  \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBetween a Rach and a Hard Place\u003c\/b\u003e by Stephen Minch\u003c\/li\u003e  \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRemembering Jon Racherbaumer\u003c\/b\u003e by Doug Conn\u003c\/li\u003e  \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePersonal Reminiscences\u003c\/b\u003e by David Solomon\u003c\/li\u003e  \n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \n\u003cb\u003eThe Brief Life, Times, and Death of Shaman\u003c\/b\u003e by Dennis T. 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The Benjamin Barnes Story\u003c\/b\u003e by Carisa Hendrix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTenyo 2025\u003c\/b\u003e by Richard Kaufman\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHyper Miracle Magic Show: The 64th Tenyo Festival 2024\u003c\/b\u003e by Yuke Kadoya\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOLUMNS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenii Speaks\u003c\/b\u003e by Richard Kaufman\u003cli\u003eLooking Ahead to February by Jim Steinmeyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Eye\u003c\/b\u003e by Vanessa Armstrong\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eExhumations\u003c\/b\u003e \"A Scarne Trick\" by Edward Marlo and Don May by Jon Racherbaumer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChamper of Secrets\u003c\/b\u003e Thayer's \"Find the Lady Cubes\" by John Gaughan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCardopolis\u003c\/b\u003e \"Person of Interest\" by David Britland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtifices\u003c\/b\u003e \"Marked Cards\" by Roberto Mansilla\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert at the Kids' Tables\u003c\/b\u003e Making Tricks Your Own by David Kaye\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThoughts...\u003c\/b\u003e On the Double Lift: Part Two by Rafael Benatar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePanmagium\u003c\/b\u003e \"Infinite Improbability\" by Jonathan Pendragon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMagicana\u003c\/b\u003e by Jamy Ian Swiss \u003cli\u003e\"Stencel Aces with Aces\" Created by Noah Levine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Academy of Magical Arts in Genii\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnights at the Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow Appearing at the Magic Castle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLIGHT FROM THE LAMP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e Tricks Reviewed by Mark Phillips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Poker Face\" by Bill Abbott\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Illumination\" by Luke Jermay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Impression Vanish\" by Peter Boie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Rattle Dice\" by Alex Latorre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Grasp\" by Erik Tait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Flight Deck\" by Steve Gore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Gumbo\" by Nicholas Lawrence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Books Reviewed by David Britland\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003ePersonal Magic Vol. IV by Eric C. Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Nth Degree by John Grastaferro\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eHigh Spots by Caleb Wiles\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Videos Reviewed by Joe M. Turner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eOptiks by Harapan Ong\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaestro Masterpieces by Juan Tamariz\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubscription Information\/Advertiser Index\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n---\n\nWelcome to the November 2024 edition of Genii, where we keep our magic fresh, funky, and just the right amount of irreverent. \n\n\u003cb\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e  \nEver heard of Benjamin Barnes? Well, you’re about to get the scoop in “Thank You, Magic!” by Carisa Hendrix. It’s a heartfelt journey through the wizard’s life that’ll make you laugh, think, and maybe shed a tear or two.  \nRichard Kaufman takes us on a wild ride into the future with “Tenyo 2025.” Spoiler alert: it’s not just about the tricks; it’s about the magic that lies ahead.  \nThen, Yuke Kadoya fills us in on the “Hyper Miracle Magic Show” and the recent Tenyo Festival. If you weren’t there, don’t worry—Yuke’s got all the highlights.\n\n\u003cb\u003eCOLUMNS\u003c\/b\u003e  \nGet your gossip fix in “Genii Speaks” courtesy of Richard Kaufman. And if you’re a planner, Jim Steinmeyer’s “Looking Ahead to February” is your crystal ball for upcoming events.  \nVanessa Armstrong keeps it sharp with “The Eye,” spotlighting what’s hot in the magic scene.  \nDigging deep? Jon Racherbaumer unearths “A Scarne Trick” in “Exhumations,” while John Gaughan takes us back to Thayer’s “Find the Lady Cubes” in “Champer of Secrets.”  \nDavid Britland's “Cardopolis” features a “Person of Interest” that you’ll want to know more about, while Roberto Mansilla gets all artsy with “Marked Cards.”  \nFor those who think kids' magic is easy, David Kaye sets you straight in “Expert at the Kids' Tables.”  \nRafael Benatar continues his deep dive into the art of the double lift in “Thoughts… On the Double Lift: Part Two.”  \nAnd don’t miss Jonathan Pendragon's mind-bending “Infinite Improbability” in “Panmagium.”  \nIn “Magicana,” Jamy Ian Swiss showcases some seriously cool tricks, including “Stencel Aces with Aces,” created by Noah Levine.  \nPlus, catch up with the Academy of Magical Arts—Shawn McMaster spills the beans on the “Knights at the Magic Castle” and what’s currently happening at the Castle.\n\n\u003cb\u003eLIGHT FROM THE LAMP\u003c\/b\u003e  \nMark Phillips reviews some tricks that might just become your new favorites. 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A literary delight for seasoned pros and eager amateurs alike, this book is jam-packed with jaw-dropping tricks, slick techniques, and those elusive secrets you’ve been hunting for. Whether you're itching to learn something new, polish up your show, or just nerd out on the world of magic, Maestro is the key to unlocking that rabbit hole of enchantment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrack open this tome, and you're instantly swept into a world where reality takes a backseat. John Shryock, the magician’s magician with a hefty resume, spills the beans on his top tricks and routines that have left audiences slack-jawed from Chicago to Shanghai. These lecture notes aren’t just about pulling rabbits out of hats—think of them as your backstage pass to the mechanics and artistry of magic, arming you with the know-how to conjure your own spellbinding moments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHY BOTHER WITH THIS BOOK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpectacular Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Sink your teeth into knockout routines like \"Coin Currency Connection,\" where a coin and a dollar bill decide to defy physics, and \"Ambitious Triumphant Color Changing Deck,\" a mash-up of card tricks that’ll leave eyeballs popping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed Explanations\u003c\/b\u003e: Each trick is laid out in excruciating detail with easy-to-follow diagrams and descriptions, holding your hand through every sneaky move and nuance. Whether you’re a greenhorn or a seasoned card sharp, the instructions will have you strutting your stuff in no time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInnovative Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e: Sneak a peek at John Shryock's own bag of tricks. These notes are crammed with underground methods and clever sleights that’ll keep your audience on the edge of their seats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreative Inspiration\u003c\/b\u003e: Besides the mind-bending magic, the book is sprinkled with John’s personal stories and musings, giving you a glimpse into the mind of a maestro. Prepare to be infected by his zeal for the magical arts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eExclusive and Essential\u003c\/b\u003e: This isn’t just a book—it's a vault of wisdom accumulated by a top-tier magician over the years. 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It's showmanship at its best, complete with a flourish and a fifty-cent kicker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eXIRTAM\u003c\/b\u003e: A beautifully choreographed reverse Matrix routine using just four coins and cards. It’s a lesson in natural magic movement, the kind that makes purists swoon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSPELLBOUND NATION\u003c\/b\u003e: Picture this: A half dollar changes into a Chinese coin, then a Mexican 20 Centavo, and back again. Each transformation more stunning than the last, finishing with a triumphant return to its original state.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCARDS-R-US\u003c\/b\u003e: Spectator-chosen cards magically rise to the top of the deck in a variety of entertaining ways. It's John's impromptu go-to, and it never fails to bring the house down.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMINI CUPS AND BALLS\u003c\/b\u003e: This isn’t your average Cups and Balls routine. 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From its structure to the surprise fruit finale, it’s the kind of routine that closes a show with a bang.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eONE COIN ROUTINE\u003c\/b\u003e: Watch as a silver dollar plays hide and seek, reappearing as a jumbo coin to cap off a crescendo of sleight-of-hand mastery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRING IN NEST OF PRODUCE\u003c\/b\u003e: As seen on \"The Late Show with David Letterman.\" A borrowed ring finds its way inside a walnut. It's a showstopper that’ll have you Googling for the nearest produce aisle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a trip from the golden age of conjuring to the cutting edge, with tricks that mesmerize and routines that stick. Each chapter is designed to turn you into a confident performer, whether you’re working a dinner table, a bustling eatery, or rocking the stage. These routines are engineered to pack small, play big, and reset in a flash—ideal for the magician on the go! 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A magic pro since 1984, John’s played to crowds in over 100 cities across five continents, in venues from cruise ships to trade shows. His vast experience has inspired practical magic that works in almost any setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"John always taught the 'why' of each performance, as well as the 'how.' Several members went out of their way to thank me for having John lecture. 'Wonderful!' If you have the chance to see John perform...or lecture...don't hesitate!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eTom Craven\u003c\/b\u003e, Lecture Coordinator, Youngstown, Ohio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"John presented a wide variety of routines from close-up, to stage and parlor. All were performed in a masterful manner which everyone enjoyed. If you have the opportunity to book John Shryock's lecture please do so. 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Each page has been painstakingly pored over, each picture brought to life in stunning high definition, and each individual letter sharpened for a crisp reading experience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis edition includes original contributions from \u003cb\u003ePeter Turner\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eRichard Osterlind\u003c\/b\u003e, two of Annemann's biggest fans. A QR code at the front of the book links to their favorite routines shaped by his work. From Peter, you'll learn electrifying effects like discerning the contents of an envelope sealed within an envelope, a foolproof ACAAN, and how to get a spectator to guess your phone's pin code. Osterlind has volunteered to share three routines from his work on Anneman's Practical Effects! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a magic book that's more than just a collection of tricks; it's one of the greatest stories ever told. Start your own unforgettable journey today.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/mentalism-vs-mind-magic-understanding-difference\"\u003eExplore our guide to mentalism\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56206659879236,"sku":"ANNEMANN","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/37621-full.png?v=1769783284"},{"product_id":"magic-of-michael-ammar","title":"Magic of Michael Ammar","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-trailer\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I7WQSayHqw0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"max-width: 560px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Magic of Michael Ammar\u003c\/b\u003e is a foundational text in modern magic, from a pivotal figure in the art - named by Magic Magazine as \"one of the most influential magicians in the 20th Century\" Michael Ammar has won magic plaudits and awards galore, performing for presidents, royalty and celebrities worldwide, with a powerful commercial style that is detailed within this very book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis large, extensively illustrated book covers the very best of Ammar's work, with dozens of finely crafted magic performance pieces for close up, stand-up, casual and restaurant settings, with full scripting and presentational notes, including his legendary Cups and Balls routine. The book also includes essays that dig deep into Michael's unique philosophy in the art, as well as detailed instructions on Ammar's proven methods for making your magic memorable, and even how to negotiate higher performance fees with proven real-world advice, and even practical worksheets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Magic of Michael Ammar\u003c\/b\u003e is a deep cut through the work and mindset of one of magic's very best performers and thinkers, including material that is now ubiquitous because of it's inarguable excellence, Ammar even shares secrets passed to him from his mentor, Dai Vernon, on how to develop your skills in magic to their highest standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your magic is ready to go to the next level, The Magic of Michael Ammar contains all the material necessary to get you there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction (by David Copperfield)\u003cbr\u003eForeword (by Michael Ammar)\u003cbr\u003ePreface (by Mike Maxwell)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 1: Cups \u0026amp; Balls\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStand-up Cups \u0026amp; Balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Dai Vernon Wand Spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 2: Utilities\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetention Vanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazing Coin Vanish (by Rick Anderson)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingertip Coin Vanish (by John Carney)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate One-Finger Spellbound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorner Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom Deal Force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiped Clean #1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiped Clean #2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClip Card Vanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut And Restored Rope Replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide Steal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb tip Finesse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 3: Eight Philosophical Essays On Magic\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn The Men's Hut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper Group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI've Got Rhythm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Unspoken Performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLying: The Unconscious Dilution Of Impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet More Rubals From Your Magic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm In Training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave No Mercy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 4: Social Workers\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis'll Flip You Out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin On Ceiling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard Matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnort But Sweet (by Bob Chesebro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Certificate (by Lou Gallo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin In Pen Cap (by David Williamson)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 5: Restaurants\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Wave Coins Across (by Mike Gallo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse Matrix (by Davld Williamson)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Vanishing Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoins Through Table Kicker (by Mike Gallo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow Cut That Out (by David Williamson)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching Sandwiches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorn And Restored Cigarette #1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorn And Restored Cigarette #2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing Band-It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDid You Order Salt Or Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluefield Debut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroken And Restored Rubber Band Finesse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Linking Headbands Pinch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 6: Reputation Makers\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil Thru Quarter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Iceman Cometh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard Cubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet's Hit The Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 7: Stand-Up\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk To Egg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor Baseball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned Bill In Light Bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBilly. The Hypnotized Balloon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Two Card Trick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaley's Comet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 8 Magic Management\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Cue Sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShow Sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal Project Planner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBooking Sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 9: Classic Renditions\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Thumb tip Bill Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Crazy Man's Handcuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 10: Bonus Chapter\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFalse Count With Coins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Coin Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble Colour Change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKointakey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInversion (by James Lewis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible Coins Across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Vernon Theory Of Artistic Advancement: An Essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChallenging Your Experiences: An Essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere Do You Stand?: An Essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn Magic Competition - Part One: Technical Preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn Magic Competition - Part Two: Mental Preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil Thru Quarter Finesse (by David Williamson)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 11: Making Magic Memorable\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Development Of Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight Principles For Making Magic Memorable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eCHAPTER 12: Negotiating Higher Performance Fees\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegotiating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Three Stages Of Negotiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNine Gambits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/forcing-techniques-every-mentalist-must-know\"\u003eRead our forcing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56206671577412,"sku":"MAGICOFMI","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/40771-full_8cfdcc2b-d1fb-4fd2-abbe-118a7eaabbdb.png?v=1769783720"},{"product_id":"mint-2-by-edward-marlo-book","title":"MINT #2 by Edward Marlo - Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-trailer\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rrTZYUJJziQ\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"max-width: 560px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nM.I.N.T #2 by Ed Marlo is the first in a two-part collection of revolutionary card specialist Ed Marlo's incomparable contributions to the New TOPS magazine (Marlo In New Tops). M.I.N.T #2 collects Marlo's submissions between 1968 and 1979, a total of 49 powerful Marlo masterpieces, a diverse and exciting range of tricks, sleights and subtleties, many of which have since become staples of the magician's arsenal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEd Marlo's name is regularly invoked by the most skilled and knowledgeable magicians, but his out-of-print contributions to the New TOPS magazine have been hard to find and have commanded top dollar on the collectors market. With this new reprinting students can finally get their hands on these inspirational collections and begin using Marlo's fascinating toolkit of powerfully fooling techniques and engaging tricks to level up their own magic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eM.I.N.T #2 is 404 pages, covering 49 of Marlo's contributions to the magazine and covers a huge range of ideas, techniques, utility moves, visual sleights and complete tricks. For clarity, the text is fully illustrated with hundreds of detailed line drawings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarlo's creative exploration of the art of magic is second to none and M.I.N.T represents an unmissable window into his hugely influential thinking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction: Jon Racherbaumer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1968\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay: More Deuce Sandwiches\u003cbr\u003eJuly: Marlo's Logic\u003cbr\u003eAugust: Beveled Edge Second Deal\u003cbr\u003eSeptember: Ace Vanishes\u003cbr\u003eOctober: The Fake Pickup\u003cbr\u003eDecember: Latest Ace Vanishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1969\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJanuary: Somersaulting A - 2 - 3\u003cbr\u003eMarch: Moveable Card Pass\u003cbr\u003eAugust: Slip Count Principle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1970\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJanuary: Wrist Turn Passes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1972\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAugust: Long Distance Collectors\u003cbr\u003eDecember: Diminishing Universal\/Colorful Surprise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1973\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApril: Notes on D. C. D.\u003cbr\u003eAugust: Still Collecting\/ Reverso\u003cbr\u003eNovember: Deuce Sandwich Switch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1974\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFebruary: Invisible Thought Transference\u003cbr\u003eJune: Think Touch Turn\u003cbr\u003eAugust The Marlo Shelf\u003cbr\u003eNovember: Bottom Deal Exchange\u003cbr\u003eDecember: New Approach Location\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1975\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarch: Center Deal Effects\u003cbr\u003eApril: New Card Add\u003cbr\u003eJune: Instant Coin Assembly\u003cbr\u003eAugust: A Radical Departure\u003cbr\u003eOctober: Marlo's Wrist Turn Passes\u003cbr\u003eNovember: Variations of a Palm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1976\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJanuary: More Mental Reverses\u003cbr\u003eMarch: Olrarn Turnover Switch\u003cbr\u003eApril: Double Departure\u003cbr\u003eJune: Something to Borrow Again\u003cbr\u003eAugust Spectator Cuts Aces\u003cbr\u003eSeptember: Spectator Cuts to Locate The Aces\u003cbr\u003eNovember: Marlo Switchout\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1977\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFebruary: Inexplicable Reverse\u003cbr\u003eApril: Trite Trickery\u003cbr\u003eJune: A Voice From the Past\u003cbr\u003eJuly: Wrist Turn Change Plus\u003cbr\u003eAugust: The One You Choose Is The One We Use\u003cbr\u003eNovember: One Way, Two Selections\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1978\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJanuary: Two Limited Selections\u003cbr\u003eFebruary: Reversed Image\u003cbr\u003eMarch: Simplex D. C. D.\u003cbr\u003eApril: Double D. C. D.\u003cbr\u003eAugust: Touch Turn in Reverse\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1979\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJanuary: Marlo's Almost Perfect Stop Trick\u003cbr\u003eFebruary: Block Turnover Principle Applications\u003cbr\u003eMarch: Red Black Transposition\u003cbr\u003eApril: Variation of Phase Four\u003cbr\u003eMay: Mental Reselection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQUOTES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A gold mine of some of the most important and useful work with cards ever published\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Louis Faraga\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Serious students of card magic will heatrily welcome the M.I.N.T volumes.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Jon Rauchenbaumer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"...there is EXCELLENT material in these volumes that very few magicians know and even fewer perform.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Scott F Guinn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I think every cardician should study the materials by the real card master-Ed Marlo. Although some of the materials may not suit the taste of the younger generation, the quality of the magic inside the book are realy top-notch.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Alex Hui\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Ed Marlo was the most prolific creator in the history of card Magic. He had work on pretty much every effect and move with cards. In MINT 1 and 2 you will be in for one hell of a treat as you discover the genius of the man. I can't recommend these volumes enough!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- John Carey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"...even the most zealous critic would be hard-pressed to ignore the wealth of ideas, sleights, effects, methods, and plots that Marlo bestowed upon us all, and the sea-changes in cardicians' thinking that were caught in Marlo's wake.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Jamy Ian Swiss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Marlo's M.I.N.T collections 1 and 2 are jam packed with exactly the kind of material serious magicians whisper about - fiendishly clever, doable in the real world and so obscured by time and inaccessibility that they will still fool the pants off even knowledgable wizards. If you're looking for deepsecrets to power up your card magic, rest assured you can find them in these two books.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Phill Smith\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/billet-work-basics-foundation-modern-mentalism\"\u003eRead our billet guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56206672134468,"sku":"MINT2","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/41024-full_9d65fa50-26f0-4d6f-917c-c9c5e2713c64.png?v=1769783730"},{"product_id":"miracles-with-cards-by-james-swain-book","title":"Miracles with Cards by James Swain - Book","description":"James Swain's book - Miracle with Cards - has stunningly effective simple card routines. Improve your sleight-of-hand card skills immediately and with ease. Thorough instructions with photo illustrated explanations to learn. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Introduction by Darwin Ortiz: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What I like about this book is that it lives up to its title. These are card tricks that go for the jugular, tricks that push the boundaries of what's possible with a deck of cards. In so doing, they ensure that the audience will remember the magic and the magician.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook Contents \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eV Introduction by Darwin Ortiz \u003cbr\u003eVII Foreword \u003cbr\u003e1 The Airmail Card: Goodwin's Two Ton Transpo \u003cbr\u003e7 Clue: Brother Hamman's Verbal Force \u003cbr\u003e12 Out of this World \u003cbr\u003e18 Superbowl Aces: The Stencel Move \u003cbr\u003e24 Card in the Matchbox \u003cbr\u003e28 Card in the Cardbox: Invisible Shulien Revelation \u003cbr\u003e32 Boxed B'Wave \u003cbr\u003e36 The World's Greatest Card Trick \u003cbr\u003e41 Perfect Triumph: Marlo's Miracle Spread \u003cbr\u003e45 Swain Simplicity Control \u003cbr\u003e51 Swain Simplicity Switch \u003cbr\u003e52 Gambler's Miracle: Jenning's Modification of Daryl's Display \u003cbr\u003e56 Up-The-Ladder Aces \u003cbr\u003e60 The Blank Deck \u003cbr\u003e62 Australian Aces Revisited: Marlo's Frictionless Bottom Deal \u003cbr\u003e66 The Impossible Card Trick \u003cbr\u003e68 Real Mind Reading \u003cbr\u003e74 The Spectator Cuts to the Aces (2 Versions) \u003cbr\u003e80 Boxed Reset \u003cbr\u003e84 Brainweave: Frank Simon's Fan Revelation \u003cbr\u003e90 Fortune Telling Cards: Dingle's NOLAP Switch; Interlock\/Vernon\/Jennings\/Lyons \u003cbr\u003e94 Hitchcock Aces \u003cbr\u003e100 Miracle Aces: Swain Bluff Control \u003cbr\u003e105 Bluff Control Palm \u003cbr\u003e106 Bluff Control Routine \u003cbr\u003e107 Topping the Mental Topper: The Unweave Revelation \u003cbr\u003e112 My Opener \u003cbr\u003e120 Gorilla In the Middle: Invisible Load Move \u003cbr\u003e125 Trapped \u003cbr\u003e129 The Pass \u003cbr\u003e134 The Jennings Box (2 Versions) \u003cbr\u003e138 The Jennings Handling \u003cbr\u003e141 The Well Traveled Card: Gary Plants Move \u003cbr\u003e143 The Stand In \u003cbr\u003e145 The \"Block\" Buster Pass \u003cbr\u003e148 Bottom Card Cover Pass \u003cbr\u003e149 The Pass Palm \u003cbr\u003e152 Anastasia \u003cbr\u003e154 The Lost Multiple Shift \u003cbr\u003e155 Honest Aces: Swain Drop Switch \u003cbr\u003e160 Honest Collectors \u003cbr\u003e164 Annemann's Miracle \u003cbr\u003e167 Something for Nothing \u003cbr\u003e169 Rules of the Game: Cornelius Spring Set; Bill Malone's Revelation; Steve Freeman Four Card Revelation; Bruce Cervon's Pivot Principle \u003cbr\u003e182 Finale for the Capitulating Queens: Jon Racherbaumer's Handling of Norm Osbourne's Unlimited Vanish \u003cbr\u003e187 Final Departure \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 190 - Hardbound, Photo-Illustrated\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/mentalism-vs-mind-magic-understanding-difference\"\u003eExplore our guide to mentalism\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56206716895556,"sku":"MIRACLESWITHCARDS","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/miracleswithcards-full.jpg?v=1769783798"},{"product_id":"card-college-lightest-by-roberto-giobbi-book","title":"Card College Lightest by Roberto Giobbi - Book","description":"Lightest and Last! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCard College Lightest is the final volume of Roberto Giobbi's acclaimed 'Light' trilogy. In it are taught 18 thoroughly astonishing tricks of professional quality, complete with performing psychology, presentations, valuable tips and insights, all of which contribute to making these sleightless effects into near miracles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tricks Giobbi has selected this time range from time-tested classics to little-known wonders by masters of the craft, including Larry Becker, Henry Christ, Aldo Colombini, Paul Curry, Alex Elmsley, Karl Fulves, Martin Gardner, Stewart James, Howard Adams, Richard Vollmer and more. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso explained are simple methods for achieving false shuffles, deck switches and other techniques usually attainable only by demanding sleight-of-hand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoberto Giobbi is acknowledged worldwide as the finest living teacher of card magic. His Card College series is a best-seller in five languages, and Card College Lightest is the newest example of why he and his works are held in such high regard by magicians of all levels, from rank amateur to seasoned professional. If you have read his books, you will need no urging to buy Card College Lightest. 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And he is an expert at crafting intelligent magic tricks. For the first time ever and exclusively with Vanishing Inc., John Guastaferro is releasing his first hardbound work - \u003cb\u003eOne Degree\u003c\/b\u003e. With over 150 pages and 240 photos, this elegant, refined collection is comprised of 20 professional card routines and five essays. \u003cb\u003eOne Degree\u003c\/b\u003e features some of the most artistic, refined close-up material to come around in ages. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne Degree\u003c\/b\u003e explores the small, intentional improvements you can make to elevate the impact of your magic and help you connect more intensely with your audience. Too often we are led to believe that great results require massive changes. 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I know I did.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eDavid Roth\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoments\u003c\/b\u003e is a brand new collection of over thirty routines and sleights from heralded creator and performer Troy Hooser. A decade after the enormous success of Hooser's first collection, Destroyers, author Joshua Jay returns to document a wonderful new development in Troy's style and output. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with Mr. Hooser's work, his visual, whimsical style will delight you. If you are familiar with Mr. Hooser's work, Moments will still come as a startling surprise. Whereas his earlier material was all performed standing, much of this material is performed in the classical style, seated. Whereas much of his earlier material was short, this book includes five \"acts\", each one comprised of several routines or tricks sequenced together for thematic purposes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Troy Hooser has been on the cutting edge of coin magic for over two decades. It would be rare to find a practicing coin magician without some contribution from Troy in his repertoire.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eTodd Lassen\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003emaster coin craftsman\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"There is an amazing progression in this collection. 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Al Schneider Magic secures his reputation as not only one of magic's great creators but also as one of its great theoreticians. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are tricks with coins, cards, cups and balls, napkins, bracelets, finger rings, and more. One could easily build a complete close-up act from the material presented here. And, if you think you know what \"Matrix\" is all about, wait until you read the comprehensive treatment of the effect that you'll find in this book, including a discussion about its complete history, the philosophy of the effect, its many variations, and more...and all from its creator. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a day and age when single-trick DVDs can cost $30.00 or more, you'll find more magical value in this book than perhaps any other single investment you've ever made in magic. It may be that Al Schneider said it best. 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What is that worth?\" Hard cover binding, full-color dust jacket. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAl Schneider Magic Table of Contents \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 1: Some Magic Theory \u003cbr\u003eChapter 1: The Five Steps of Deception \u003cbr\u003eChapter 2: Intention of Reality \u003cbr\u003eChapter 3: Intention of Magic \u003cbr\u003eChapter 4: Five Steps to Mastery \u003cbr\u003eChapter 5: An Important Philosophical Thought \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 2: Moves \u003cbr\u003eChapter 6: Coin Moves \u003cbr\u003eChapter 7: Cup and Ball Moves \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 3: Applied Theory \u003cbr\u003eChapter 8: Expansion of Texture \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 4: Quick Tricks \u003cbr\u003eChapter 9: Ring and Pencil \u003cbr\u003eChapter 10: With One Hand \u003cbr\u003eChapter 11: Vanishing Card \u003cbr\u003eChapter 12: Sly Napkins \u003cbr\u003eChapter 13: Vanishing Saltshaker \u003cbr\u003eChapter 14: Ring Gag \u003cbr\u003eChapter 15: Split Silver \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 5: Wings of Metal \u003cbr\u003eChapter 16: Classic Coins Across HPC \u003cbr\u003eChapter 17: Beyond a Shadow of Doubt \u003cbr\u003eChapter 18: Beyond a Shadow of Doubt for Real \u003cbr\u003eChapter 19: Special Export \u003cbr\u003eChapter 20: Special Export Plus \u003cbr\u003eChapter 21: Junior Cross Cards \u003cbr\u003eChapter 22: Classic Cross Cards \u003cbr\u003eChapter 23: Flick Cross Cards \u003cbr\u003eChapter 24: One Half Gone \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 6: Cards \u003cbr\u003eChapter 25: Spread the Joy \u003cbr\u003eChapter 26: Card to Card Case \u003cbr\u003eChapter 27: Face to Face Aces \u003cbr\u003eChapter 28: Universal Card \u003cbr\u003eChapter 29: Insurance Policy \u003cbr\u003eChapter 30: Marked Deck \u003cbr\u003eChapter 31: Snake Basket \u003cbr\u003eChapter 32: Card Wipe \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 7: My Best \u003cbr\u003eChapter 33: Classic Matrix \u003cbr\u003eChapter 34: Stargate \u003cbr\u003eChapter 35: Halo \u003cbr\u003eChapter 36: Cone-n-Coin \u003cbr\u003eChapter 37: Osmosis \u003cbr\u003eChapter 38: LA Street Cups\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/blogs\/mentalism\/best-pens-for-mentalism\"\u003eFind the best mentalism pens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56206723678532,"sku":"ALSCHNEIDERMAG","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/alschneidermag-full.jpg?v=1769797960"},{"product_id":"a-book-in-english-by-woody-aragon-book","title":"A Book in English by Woody Aragon - Book","description":"Woody Aragón is an outstanding card magician, technical expert, and entertaining performer from Toledo, Spain. As a writer, lecturer, teacher, and performer, Woody has incredible insight and theories about magic that he shares in this book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card magic in this book will inspire, delight, and fool you as you learn and use it. You are in for a treat. Enjoy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn these pages, you will find wonderful card magic, wonderful thinking, and effects that fool you as you perform them. Over the last few years, Woody has traveled internationally sharing his card magic and theories, performing, competing, and lecturing. Many magicians have asked \"When will Woody write a book in English?\". After two years of hard work, it's here and you are in for treat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuch of the material in \"A Book In English\" is in print for the first time. Some of it comes from previous publications in Spanish but revised, rewritten and translated. Much of the material in this book is mathematical in nature. But fear not, it does not appear to be mathematical. Woody \"gets it\". Try it out and you will see that difficult sleights and moves are replaced with really smart thinking. This makes the card magic look and feel like real magic. For those who love sleights and moves do not worry. Woody is superb at sleight of hand and shares his work with that as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 376 - Hardcover - 6.5\" x 9.5\" - Black and white photos\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Woody has always amazed me and I admire the constant flow of ideas that, if you look carefully from above, you can see moving under his scalp. 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The underworld and the gamblers, husters and con-men that roamed back-room dens of iniquity, bunked in jail cells and walked the streets of America. Vernon sought them out, befriended them, and made their work, their covert methods, his. This book, the first in-depth examination of Vernon's life, traces the first half of his remarkable journey - through Ottawa, Coney Island, Chicago, Manhattan, Kansas City and Colorado Springs - and the celebrities - Houdini, Billy Rose, and Roosevelt, that Vernon encountered along the way. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDai Vernon: A Biography also details the evolution of magic in the 20th century. From the stages of London and Paris to the back rooms of magic emporiums where secrets were bought and sold, Vernon's life and work escort the reader through vaudeville, Broadway theaters, grand magic spectaculars, New York nightspots and the dawn of television. 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Picking up a pad, you have three or four people call out three-digit numbers. These are fairly recorded on the pad in plain sight of everyone. The numbers are added and a total obtained. The pad is placed aside and the envelope picked up. The prediction is removed. It is unfolded one fold at a time and reads, with each fold, \"I predict \/ the total \/ will be \/ 4781!\" The number, of course, is the right one! Again, all the numbers used are the actual ones called out by the audience. They can see the numbers the entire time and later will verify they were their choices. And remember, the prediction is folded and the final number is shown when the last fold is opened! 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This more than 1600-page compendium of practical, close-up magic contains a lifetime's worth of magic from one of our industry's most respected creators. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The first printing of \u003cb\u003eThe Definitive Sankey\u003c\/b\u003e swiftly sold out, and magicians spent the ensuing years searching frequently for copies on the secondhand market. After countless requests to reprint it, Vanishing Inc. is thrilled to announce that \u003cb\u003eThe Definitive Sankey\u003c\/b\u003e is finally available once again! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo matter what type of magician you are, there is something for you in these books. The diverse array of effects, spanning all types of skill levels, props, and plots, guarantees you'll find a ton of new material you want to start using immediately. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interested in tricks with borrowed bills? There are over 30 of those. Prefer mentalism? 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To ensure you don't start learning a trick that doesn't suit your skill level or needs, there is a helpful difficulty level indicator at the start of each trick, as well as a badge indicating if it's impromptu or not. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With so much great material available, it might feel daunting trying to choose where to start. This is exactly why Vanishing Inc. enlisted the help of some of the best magicians in the world to identify the best-of-the-best material in these books. Innovative and renowned creators like David Regal, Rune Klan, Richard Sanders, and others, all compiled their Top 10 Jay Sankey tricks. Those lists, including the pages in which the tricks can be learned, are included throughout the book. Each routine also has a Top 10 badge that is very easy to spot when flipping through the book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese hardcover books feature treated paper and a two-color rendering. 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This more than 1600-page compendium of practical, close-up magic contains a lifetime's worth of magic from one of our industry's most respected creators. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The first printing of \u003cb\u003eThe Definitive Sankey\u003c\/b\u003e swiftly sold out, and magicians spent the ensuing years searching frequently for copies on the secondhand market. After countless requests to reprint it, Vanishing Inc. is thrilled to announce that \u003cb\u003eThe Definitive Sankey\u003c\/b\u003e is finally available once again! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo matter what type of magician you are, there is something for you in these books. The diverse array of effects, spanning all types of skill levels, props, and plots, guarantees you'll find a ton of new material you want to start using immediately. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interested in tricks with borrowed bills? There are over 30 of those. Prefer mentalism? 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The foreword has been written by the International Man of Mystery, David Berglas who can truly understand Dunninger's impact to the world of mentalism. Methods are provided and in some cases, multiple methods are developed for the routines. In cases where a routine would need to be modernized for today (which actually is the rare exception), that information has been provided. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"For the last 5 years, Joe has been a consultant on my international live television series, Phenomenon aka The Next Uri Geller. Almost immediately when he joined the team, I learned about his fascination with Dunninger. We've had many conversations about Dunninger's impact on mentalism and his creativity and boldness. Dunninger Knows presents a scholarly look at his television work. I usually never read magic books but Dunninger always fascinated me, so I couldn't resist! 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Giobbi teaches dozens of methods for imperceptibly switching decks, along with the psychological principles behind them; principles that allow the reader to apply and modify deck switching techniques to suit any circumstance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd along the way, Giobbi explains some very strong card magic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs is expected from \u003cb\u003eRoberto Giobbi\u003c\/b\u003e, the techniques and tricks in this book are not pipe dreams. They come from his professional repertoire, sharpened by hundreds of performances and explained with all the detail only a world-class teacher can bring to a subject.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is no other book devoted to this important topic-and it holds information that will be of tremendous value to beginning and advanced card magicians alike. 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