The original Harpacrown dropped in 2016 and made quite the splash (cue the applause). It was raved about by critics and snatched up by many top pros. Given that the first Harpacrown became synonymous with practical magic that actually works, it’s no wonder this sequel is dubbed Harpacrown Too.
While the first volume was all about the why, this one flips the script to focus on the how. How to craft your script, how to adapt existing material and conjure up new routines, how to piece together an act, and, most crucially, how to ensure your Mentalism is actually entertaining (because let’s face it, nobody wants to watch a snooze-fest).
Both tomes together give you a solid grounding in both the why and the how. The effects are not just strong; they’re practical for real-world use and illustrate the principles laid out in the essays.
This DELUXE COLLECTORS EDITION is a gorgeous, premium bound book, crafted with care to look stunning on any shelf and last longer than your last relationship. It boasts 446 pages stuffed with 19 of Mark's favourite effects, 4 essays, several nifty utilities, and bonus chapters featuring contributions from:
Mark Elsdon
Steve Drury
John Carey
Marc Spelmann
Peter Turner
The book is beautifully illustrated by Phill Smith and printed by Haresign Press, complete with the props for Ophiuchus (yes, you’ll be getting some actual magic bits).
Here's what people are saying about HARPACROWN Too:
"I think you have contributed something very important to the magic world. It's full of great advice from a real world perspective." - Marc Paul
"The book is a remarkable teaching aid and tribute, and a lesson on mentalism thinking. His mental process (which he explains) is mind blowing. He does it all and is honestly a thinker for our times. He understands the rhythm of the moment and exploits it with amazing results." - Marc Salem
"Mark has provided solid routines that have clearly been worked. The structure of the routines are always sound, and the methods are always simple and deceptive. Mark clearly has an eye for adding twists and subtleties that enhance every piece of mentalism. This is a great look into his mind. His essays and philosophy on making your tricks/presentations original to you will inspire you to take a deep dive into your own performances. As for the material, this is one of the rare occasions where the material in this second book is just as strong (maybe even stronger) than the material in the first book." - Madison Adams Hagler
"It's one of those rare books that I wish I didn't own, just so I could buy it again and experience reading it afresh." - Jamie Badman
"This book hasn't left my nightstand since I got it. It blew all other books out of the water." - David Kenney
"Honestly it is one of the best books on mentalism I have had the pleasure to read. It is well written and clear to understand. Aesthetically it is fantastic." - Steve Black
"Rarely is a mentalism book a true pleasure to read. Harpacrown Too, however, definitely fits the bill. I was unsure how Harpacrown Too would measure up to Mark's previous releases, Harpacrown and Free Will, which were each hits in their own right. Harpacrown Too took it to another level!" - Michael Dear
