Arguably the most significant tome on coin magic since David Roth's Expert Coin Magic!
From one of Spain’s most celebrated magicians comes a delightful mix of elegance and surrealism, now available in English for the first time.
Coins and Other Fables by Luis Piedrahita isn’t just another book of coin tricks. This gem invites you into Piedrahita’s brain, showcasing his unique approach to crafting magic. Inside, you’ll discover not just the how-tos, but also the thrilling thought processes behind the magic. Luis ingeniously blends techniques—sleeves up for sleight of hand, gaffs, and a sprinkle of psychology—to create effects that will leave your audience gobsmacked. Coins and Other Fables is a delightful intersection of unforgettable magic, dexterous moves, and a spark of creativity.
Here’s a taste of what’s inside:
THE HUDDLE PALM THE TIMOTEO TURNOVER THE WHIP FLIP THE PINKY TOSS THE TRICKLINKY COPPER AND SILVER WITH THE HUDDLE PALM AND THE PINKY TOSS FOUR COIN PRODUCTION RAMSAY'S CYLINDER COINS THROUGH THE TABLE FOUR COINS AND A SPONGE COIN IN ASPIRIN SIGNED COINS THAT FLY FROM ONE HAND TO THE OTHER WILD COINS: THE HOMUNCULUS EFFECT COINS THROUGH THE HANDKERCHIEF COINS AND BUBBLE WRAP THE MAGIC MOMENT - Jorge Blass
Within these pages lurk five coin sleights and ten routines that Piedrahita has polished, rehearsed, and wowed audiences with—both live and on screen. Each routine and technique is laid out in meticulous detail, thanks to the expert translation by Noah Levine.
This book is a visual delight, printed on archival paper meant for stunning photo reproduction. The signatures are sewn, there’s a handy ribbon bookmark, and it’s designed to lie flat for easy study. Plus, the pages are fully varnished with striking black and white photography to keep your eyes entertained.
About Luis:
In Spain, Luis Piedrahita is as famous as jamón ibérico, thanks to his regular slots on the wildly popular show, El Hormiguero. His magic is a delightful mix of quirky ideas and fresh takes on classic effects, but he’s not just a one-trick pony. Luis also struts his stuff as a director, scriptwriter, and author. Recently, he snagged the Academy of Magical Arts Performing Fellowship—no small feat!
What the experts are saying:
"Luis Piedrahita is one of the most brilliant minds in all of magic today." - Juan Tamariz
"Luis Piedrahita is one of the world's great magical thinkers but his skills don't end there. My only issue with him is that he's revealing these great ideas and effects to the world and not just reserving them for me!" - David Blaine
"His presentations are charming and original. He has developed new sleights and made improvements on old ones. And for magicians who are aware of the importance of knowing not just how an effect works, but why, the essays on magic theory alone are worth the price of the book." - David Roth
