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Magic of the HandsEdward VictorThis is a classic in sleight-of-hand magic. From the foreword: This BOOK is mainly on the art of sleight-of-hand and it is my earnest hope that these pages will afford practical help to both the specialist and the amateur magician. During the period of over twenty-five years of practical magic I have formed the conclusion that in all conjuring, no matter how cleanly a trick may have been worked, it is the effect that counts. A magical effect that one desires to "get over" must be definite and surprising. By definite I mean an easily followed plot or routine. By surprising I mean that... | ★★★★★ $8 to wish list | |
More Magic of the HandsEdward VictorThis is volume two in the classic sleight-of-hand trilogy. From the foreword: Since many branches of Magic are again represented in this volume, a close study of it will, I sincerely hope, assist the reader in perhaps making some little change, addition or improvement in an existing 'move' or effect in which he may be interested. I have included in this book my method of working and presenting "The Chinese Rings," mainly for those of my readers who have not up to now performed this effect, and who may desire a reliable and effective method of presentation for this "classic" trick. | ★★★★★ $8 to wish list | |
Further Magic of the HandsEdward VictorThis is volume three in the classic sleight-of-hand trilogy. From the foreword by Douglas Craggs: In this volume the reader will find a valuable and varied collection of magical effects with something to appeal to all tastes and styles. Whatever selection the reader ultimately makes from the book to enlarge his programme, may I express the hope that he will pay the author the compliment of thorough rehearsal before public presentation. Good tricks, cunning subtleties, need to be learned with care; otherwise the author's time and the reader's money are wasted, and the public is disappointed.... | ★★★★★ $8 to wish list | |
Tricks and Magic Made EasyEdward Summers Squier
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Ed Marlo: Thirty-Five Years Later LectureEdward MarloAn important historical video, the only live lecture video of the Cardician himself, Edward Marlo, ever released. It was shot March 1986 in St. Louis, Missouri.
1st edition 2001, length 59 minutes | ★★★★★ $29.50 to wish listMP4 (video) | |
New and Original MagicEdward M. MasseyMassey was the inventor of many mechanical magic tricks that have become part of the routines of modern magicians. Probably his most successful invention was the Finger Guillotine, which he sold to Max Holden. More than thirty of his tricks are explained in this beautiful and scarce publication. There are 26 mechanical gems described and explained with enough detail to allow the home builder to construct them with little trouble. He explains six utility devices and seven sleights. His electro-magnetic drumhead loader uses technology which was innovative for 1922. The clockwork "automatic... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish listPDF & EPUB | |
The Le Walke MysteriesEdward BagshaweHere's an amazing ebook of new effects and improvements to magic and mentalism classics, from the fertile mind of a master craftsman. Long off the market, this updated and expanded edition brings to life 16 miracles from the workshop of George Le Walke, the genius and craftsman who created effects for several well-known magic dealers. These miracles of magic and thought-reading will get your mind to thinking of ways to add one or more of them to your own act. While some of the described effects do require workshop skills, they can be constructed in most anyone's home shop. If you're not mechanically... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list | |
Exclusive Problems in MagicEdward BagshaweFrom the introduction: This book has been primarily written for the Drawing-Room and Concert Artist who will, I trust, find the material offered for his perusal, sufficiently away from the "beaten track" to be of practical value. The majority of the effects described have been thoroughly "tried out" - and therefore they can be relied upon to "work." I have endeavoured to set forth a selection of original ideas that are not only (to the best of my belief) new in effect, but, to some extent, in method also - thus checkmaking the spectator who knows just a little too much.
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More Magical MysteriesEdward BagshaweFrom the introduction: For this reason I have endeavoured only to include effects of a practical nature, and ideas in which simplicity is the keynote. Anything in the nature of "conjuring for conjurers" has been rigorously excluded, and wherever an idea is made use of that is not my own, full credit has been given to the originator.
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Twenty Magical NoveltiesEdward BagshaweIn this work, we find for the first time the popular Out-to-lunch principle (see for example Anagramation by Jim Krenz) being published. From the introduction: The better one becomes acquainted with magic, the more one realizes that the word "novelty" must be used with care. That is, if one wishes to be strictly veracious. Nevertheless, I believe the reader will find that the various offerings in this book possess some element of newness - either in the effects themselves or the methods outlined. It will be noted that I have not included items that are only accessories or suggestions (with which another book... | $10 to wish list | |
Novel Mysteries Part 3: Original Pocket EffectsEdward Bagshawe | $10 to wish list | |
Novel Mysteries Part 5: Miscellaneous MagicEdward Bagshawe | $10 to wish list | |
Novel Mysteries Part 6: More Miscellaneous MagicEdward Bagshawe | $10 to wish list | |
The Art of Body Loading and ProductionsEddie JosephFrom the introduction: After all is said and done, of one thing we can be certain. When a Magician begins to pull out certain incongruous articles from under his volunteer's clothings he will be creating a natural form of comedy. I know these things because I have been practicing them for the past 25 years or so. You, too, will share my views after your first public trial. I know many Magicians who would like to incorporate this type of work into their program. They have refrained so far not because they "turn their noses" at such things but because they lack the requisite knowledge.... | ★★★★★ $6 to wish list | |
Strictly MagicEddie Joseph | $4 to wish list | |
A Magician Goes To DinnerEddie JosephFrom the introduction: The tricks described here are for "extempore" showing. They have been specially developed for entertaining fellow diners, within watching distance, around a banquet or dinner table. To perform "extempore" is not the same as giving a show on the stage. In one's regular program everything is premeditated. Performing to a group around the table is different. To begin with, the tricks must be of the type that could be worked without much ado. They must be short and spontaneous. They must be worked in an "off-hand" manner. Finally, not only in character but in appearance... | ★★★★★ $6 to wish list | |
Magic for the Civic ClubEarl ReumThere are many shows to be had among the various luncheon, commercial and civic clubs found in all cities, but they don't really like "fun shows." They prefer something with a message. The excellent program Dr. Reum has created here, based on his own experience, ties in with magic tricks you probably have at home. This is all tied in very neatly with the patter which is so suitable and so right for the organization show. It can also be exactly timed, which is also a must with these shows. Dr. Reum was co-ordinator of student activities of the city of Denver, plus being obligated for many... | $6.95 to wish listPDF & EPUB | |
Magic in the Morris ManorE. W. Bud Morris & Sam Dalal
1st edition 1974, 128 pages; 1st digital edition 2013, 109 pages. Table of Contents
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Cellini: The Royal TouchE. M. McFallsA guide to the art of street magic. Cellini, who was a student of Slydini, became the most celebrated and most accomplished street magic performer in the world. In this work, he explains the secrets of how to successfully present and perform magic. He has the ability to take old and dusty tricks and turn them into fresh and exciting performance art. On top, he reveals new tricks he developed himself.
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Slow SleightsE. Brian MacCarthyMainly billiard balls but also thimbles, cards, coins and silks. Contents:
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Modern SleightsE. Brian MacCarthyThis is the sequel to Slow Sleights and again includes a variety of moves for billiard balls, cards, thimbles, silks and cigarettes.
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Sleights SupremeE. Brian MacCarthy
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ImpromptuE. Brian MacCarthyFrom the Foreword: This is a book of impromptu effects. The word "impromptu" has been taken to mean that no apparatus nor fakes need be carried; the performer relies on obtaining one or two objects which either he will probably be carrying on his person, such as coins; or will most certainly be instantly available wherever he may be; such as cards. Simple preparation, as for instance tearing a slit in a borrowed envelope, is allowable, but no more. It is obvious that the word "impromptu" cannot mean "requiring no practice". Any effect, however simple, requires that. But as long as the reader... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list | |
Irresistible Close-Up MagicDuratyThe best routines of a french magician well known for his creativity and efficiency.
Duraty says: "The effects gathered in this book represent more than 40 years of close-up performances. Endowed with just an average skill, I always gave preference to the most practical and easiest methods for I consider that effects are the only part that counts. I perform magic to amaze and surprise lay audiences rather than showing off in front of other magicians. In my opinion, skill must remain hidden, flourishes and magical juggling demonstrations are not compatible with the idea I formed of magic,... | ★★★★★ $20 to wish list |