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Al Baker's BookAl BakerFrom the introduction: Showing a trick is comparatively easy to putting it clearly in print, and I want to thank Anneman for his judicious use of the blue pencil, finding spots where I could write less and tell more, and in general, being a marvelous deleter and paraphraser. To John Northern Hilliard, whom I consider the greatest writer on Magic as an Art, I want to extend my sincere thanks for the encouragement that caused me to start and finally finish my maiden effort, to wit: Al Baker's Book.
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Al Baker's Second BookAl BakerFrom the introduction: In presenting my "second" book to the magical fraternity I have kept in mind the old saw, "Brevity is the soul, not only of wit, but applies to many magical tricks". I have tried to make the text brief and, by giving plenty of illustrations, cut down on too much solid type. I give no patter as I feel that every entertainer should be himself and develop a style of his own. Fred Keating rose to stardom. "The Bird Cage", "Sympathetic Silks" and "Card in the Cigarette" were marvellous in his hands; others copied, but Keating's name still lives. "Be a magician, not... | ★★★★★ $7 to wish list | |
This Will Open Your Eyes: Al Baker's Exclusive Twenty-Five Dollar ManuscriptAl BakerAdd to your arsenal of outstanding mental and card effects with this hard to find manuscript from a recognized master of deception. These exclusive secrets will serve you in good stead throughout your performing career, no matter whether you're a professional, semi-pro, or hobbyist. Contains ten effects, plus as many as four methods for performing each one, all patiently and painstakingly explained. You may, in fact, chuckle to yourself as you read the practical, yet diabolical methods -- they're so darned clever. They all have the "Baker Twist", where gimmicks and ruses are used on the off... | ★★★★★ $8 to wish list | |
Our MysteriesAl Baker & Roy Benson & Al Flosso & Robert Harbin & Leo (Mohammed Bey) Horowitz & "Think-a-Drink" Hoffman & Eugene Laurant & Magini & Miaco & Russell SwannA wonderful selection of tricks illustrated by Harlan Tarbell with an introduction by John Mulholland. For each author a short biographical sketch is included at the end of the book. THE FINGER KNOWS—AND TELLS (Al Baker) A truly amazing example of mind reading. THE GLASS TRICK (Roy Benson) An instantaneous, and seemingly impossible, disappearance of a handkerchief. SEVEN COINS (Al Flosso) A clever sleight to cause several coins to go from one hand to the other. THE PIERCED CARDS (Robert Harbin) An excellent manipulative method by which selected cards are caused to appear on a ribbon. DUO-FLIGHT (Leo Hartz;... | $10 to wish list | |
Round the SquareAl E. SmithA 77-page overview and discussion of the perennially popular Magic Square and some of its family. Variations, tricks and applications aplenty. Simple, practical and workable stuff. No complex formulas required. Nothing beyond low doses of basic arithmetic.
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A Spell Of CardsAl E. SmithAn intriguing selection of card effects, A Spell Of Cards is not wholly concerned with spelling tricks. There are more than several offering a sideways glance at the concept. They take the spelling genre a little bit off the usual well-beaten track. Among the non-spellers, there are a few move-related fragments. Nothing to run and hide from, though faro shuffles and bottom deals get a look in along the way; as well as established favourites like the Braue Addition, Double Undercut and the odd false shuffle. Anybody who likes cards and is not completely allergic to spelling effects should... | ★★★★★ $24 to wish list | |
Another Card BookAl E. SmithOh No Not Another Card Book is probably a more apt title for a card book. In fact for any card book published since the printing press was first unleashed. On the other hand, what's wrong with another card book? That's a rhetorical question, since the obvious answer is nothing. Card fans can't get enough of their favourite fix and anything that only marginally irritates those non-persons who pretend they aren't fond of cards has got to be good news. This collection is partly that; a revisit to some previously published oddments and a few new(?) assaults on familiar card-friendly themes. ... | $24 to wish list | |
Another Spell Of CardsAl E. SmithAnother Spell Of Cards is the follow-on volume to A Spell Of Cards, and much like that ebook is not exclusively devoted to Spelling effects. However, in keeping with the spelling aspect of the title, there are more than several "Spellers," all presenting sideways glances at the ever-present premise. As with its proud predecessor, Another Spell Of Cards will appeal to the fearless family of card people who remain calm and maintain their cool in the presence of spelling tricks.
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Cards in HereAl E. SmithIncluding covers, contents page and suchlike, Cards In Here is a 64 page ebook of card stuff. More than two dozen tricks, ideas, thoughts and whatnot to titillate the palate. Nothing complicated, no knucklebusters, no outlandish gimmicks, just simple down-home pasteboardian foolishness. More than enough to put the anti-card brigade into a serious coma, but good fun for the rest of us. Contents
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A Way With CardsAl E. SmithIncluding covers, contents page and suchlike, A Way With Cards is a 65 page ebook overflowing with 28 individual card items and lots of waffle to cheer them on. A well-shuffled mix of thoughts, ideas, opinions and similar to titillate the palate. Regular street-worn cardboardian craziness and nothing too convoluted or finger breaking. Plenty to shake the windows of the card resistant few, and a soothing blend for Cardonians. Contents:
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Card StalkingAl E. SmithAnother collection of pasteboard this-and-that crammed into 50-odd (very odd) pages pages. Actually, including titles and whatnot, there's 60-odd pages. Tricks, thoughts, subtleties and more. All specially cobbled together to tickle the palate of the discerning and infuriate the sad few who profess not to like card stuff. Nothing difficult, complicated or gimmick-strewn. A bit of fun for fun-inclined persons.
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Cards CoolAl E. SmithA quick-fingers count-up reveals that including covers, contents page and suchlike, Cards Cool is a 64 page ebook overflowing with 20 individual card fragments and generous chunks of waffle to encourage them on. A mixed-up shuffling of, ideas, doctrines, gentle dogmas and tender opinions to baffle and amuse. Regular sort of stuff, nothing off the wall or up the chimney, merely a smattering of street-worn cardboardian craziness. Nothing too involved or muscle tasking. Another soothing blend for Card Cardpersons.
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Stealth Working Card TricksAl E. SmithA stealthy count-up uncovers the not-at-all secret fact that, including covers, contents page and similar paraphernalia, Stealth Working Card Tricks is a 71 page ebook twinkling with bit-size chunks of card-flavoured conjuriana, dripping with dollops of amiable waffle to cheer them on. Nothing complicated, general card handling ability is the main requirement. Roughly translated, Stealth Working Card Tricks is a gentle confection of ideas, envelope nudging principles and deceptions, suppositions and similar. An ebook of card tricks, really.
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Handbook of Telephone TelepathyAl FormanOver 30 easily learned mind reading routines to baffle and entertain friends and audiences anywhere a phone exists. Although this was written at a time mobile phones were not available, many of these miracles are directly applicable today where a cell phone is pretty much available anywhere. Some effects require elaborate preparation, others can be performed at a moments notice. Several are the creation of the author, but most are adaptations of known methods to the telephone. Forman discusses three groups of phone tricks. The first group consists of code routines. The data to be conveyed... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish list | |
Al KoranAl KoranIf you are an Al Koran fan you will totally and completely be absorbed by this recording. The first half consists of Goodliffe (the founder of Abracadabra Magazine) recounting his experiences and many meetings with Al Koran. Following Goodliffe's fascinating introduction you will then hear Al Koran performing many of his now classic routines in front of enthusiastic audiences. You will be put into a state of wonder as you hear the amazing Al Koran baffling and entertaining with his own brand of magic. If you are into mentalism this is an essential recording to own. This is a licensed reproduction... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish listMP3 | |
Al Koran's Original Flying Ring InstructionsAl KoranThese are the instructions Martin Breese supplied with the Flying Ring trick. This routine can also be found in Al Koran’s Professional Presentation book. 1st edition 2009, 3 pages. | $4 to wish list | |
New Jackpot CoinsAl KoranRoutine by Harry Stanley, updated by Ken de Courcy, edited by Barry Laymond. This was one of Al Koran's popular routines, and a hit on T.V. and during his cabaret and stage performances. It is baffling yet easy to do and, more important, it employs apparatus with immediate appeal to everyone ... money! Al worked the effect continuously and this is the professional presentation he used. The apparatus consists of cloth bag looking like those used by banks and several coins. The effect develops in three stages as follows: 1) A spectator reaches into the bag of money and grabs any number of coins. Miraculously you... | $10 to wish list | |
Mastered AmazementAl Koran & Jack LamonteClassic routines with coins, bank notes, cigarettes, thimbles, and cards by the amazing Al Koran & and the ingenious Jack Lamonte. Including Koran's amazing Miracle Card Stab. 1st edition 1947; reprinted 1987; digital edition 2010; original 66 pages; PDF 44 pages. Table of Contents
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A Last Look at LeechAl Leech12 card tricks that are not in his books. During Anthony Brahams' early child and youth years in magic he was never happy with the card magic available for newcomers. Then, in his twenties, he bought an Al Leech book and at last felt he was performing 'good' magic. All the more so when all the more he read, avidly buying each new Al Leech book when published and adding to his repertoire such notably outstanding effects as "The Hot Card Trick," "Double Deuce" and "Ace Location" among many. After buying all of Leech's books Anthony discovered more of Leech's material was scattered throughout other magic... | ★★★★★ $12 to wish list | |
Al Leech's LegacyAl LeechThe best parts in this publications are the work on thimbles and billiard balls. Also included are card and coin routines. 1st edition 1980, 1st digital edition 2013, 90 pages. Table of Contents
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Handbook of Card SleightsAl LeechA must for all card men. Handy reference ebook for all card sleights. The best possible way to learn card magic, explained in good, clear terms by an expert. Sleights are modern, broken down to their simplest factors, useful and practical. The ideal ebook for the beginner in card work. You can't tackle advanced card work until you have the basics. This ebook will help you. Illustrated. Highly recommended.
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CardmanshipAl LeechA suave combination of technique, showmanship, and salesmanship in selling card magic. The tricks are full of flair and sparkle that is the Leech trademark.
1st edition 1959, 28 pages; 1st digital edition 2018, PDF 25 pages. | ★★★★★ $7.95 to wish list | |
Al Baker's ManuscriptAl MannTed Annemann's writing in Jinx No. 19 alludes to an obscure Al Baker manuscript that Annemann had seen when he was 17 years of age, at which time the manuscript was already old. The manuscript contained some of the first writings by a well experienced and well informed magician. It was called Al Baker’s Mental Effects. This was a remarkable collection of ideas and fabulous routines aimed especially at the mentalist/magician. Although it featured Al Baker’s Billet Reading Extraordinary, each effect in the book was a feature item.
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Axel HellstromAl MannThe Life and works of Axel Hellstrom. Contents include:
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