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The World's Greatest Mental TestsBurling HullContains some of the most closely-held secrets for apparently reading the minds of your spectators in a clear, convincing manner. Nearly $600 worth of valuable secrets (based on the catalog values in today's money).
Partial contents:
- Introduction
- Number-Vision Flight
- Volta's Spiro-Predicto (2 Methods)
- Annemann's Fourth Dimensional Telepathy
- Variation
- Master Memory Feat
- Thought Transference Superb
- Thought Projection
- Dunninger's "Television" (3 Methods)
- About the Author
The Annemann effect by itself makes this compendium a huge value. But we predict that you'll also get much mileage from the Master... | ★★★★★ $8 to wish listPDF |
Miracles of the Mind ActRobert A. Nelson... are utilized. No stooges or secret assistants. You can work this alone using only legitimate members of audience to participate. No lengthy practice or study necessary. Complete with lecture and patter.
Are you a Nelson collector? This was listed as Item Number 650 in the Nelson Enterprises catalog. Now you can fill that missing spot in your collection.
1st edition 1957, PDF 27 pages.
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Max Holden RecommendsMax HoldenThis was the catalog for Max Holden's Magic Shop. He had two stores, one in New York City, and one in Boston. He specialized in books. The 8 issues run from 1948 to 1951.
PDF 36 pages. | $10 to wish listPDF_facsimile |
The London Midnight Ghost ShowRobert A. Nelson... the methods are explained, too.
From the introduction by B. W. McCarron:
Using lessons learned from his stage experience enabled Nelson to assemble a quality show that he sold to others - for big money.
Are you a Nelson collector? This book was listed as No. 460 in the Nelson Enterprises catalog.
1st edition 1937, enlarged 2021, PDF 41 pages.
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The Bat Numbers 1 - 50 (1943 - 1948)Lloyd E. Jones... - ...cartoon - Tim
- Great Card Tricks - Glenn G. Gravatt
- Elimination Discovery
- Pirate Card and Envelope
- It's A Chip - Arthur Leroy
- photos [from P.C.A.M. Convention?]
- Puzzle Corner
- Among the Dealers
- Desmond
- Magic Dealer's Association
- Magic Sermonettes - catalog
- Quad City Picnic a Success
- Close-Up Card and Handkerchief - Jack Lamonte
- Dollar Illusion - Arthur Leroy
- Trickster Monthly (report from B.A.T.)
- October Selection - Three Gags
- Bob Gunther - stunt with Magic Penny
- Johnnie Murray - gag
- Hugh Riley - gag
- Joe Berg - idea for Instanto Rope
- Roscoe L. Gaylord - idea for Instanto Rope
- "Tiny" Notbohm...
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People I Have ReadStuart Cumberland... for anyone to concentrate his thoughts entirely upon a given object or idea without giving some physical indication of that thought. This indication, whilst conscious to the operator, is invariably unconscious on the part of the “subject.”
At the very end of the book is included a book catalog of the C. Arthur Pearson Ltd.
- CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER II MONARCHS AS SUBJECTS
- King Edward VII.
- Queen Alexandra
- The Tsar Alexander III.
- The Dowager-Tsaritza
- The Tsar Nicholas II.
- The Tsaritsa
- CHAPTER III MONARCHS AS SUBJECTS
- The King of Denmark
- The King of Sweden...
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Ghost Show Operator's ManualRobert A. Nelson... - ... to ensure a successful show
- Reproduction of Nelson's one-page herald that was given to theater patrons the week before the show
- Nelson's sample Press Release that helped ensure free newspaper coverage for the event
- Nelson's booking contract template (that was also sold separately in the Nelson catalog)
Partial list of contents:
- PART ONE - Business Concepts
- PART TWO - Assembling a Successful Show
- Essential Factors in Framing the Show
- Mechanics of the Show
- The Blackout
- PART THREE - Bookings
- PART FOUR - Exploitation
- The Ticket Gimmic
- Read the Instructions!
- PART FIVE...
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Final Houdini SeanceWilliam W. Larsen... illustrated by a few simple magic tricks - found in the repertoire of most magicians, or obtainable at your favorite dealer. This adds new interest and effectiveness, giving you a full and balanced program.
Are you a Nelson collector? This title was featured as No. 304 in the Nelson Enterprises catalog. Fill that empty space in your collection by adding this title to your library.
1st edition 1944, PDF 19 pages.
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The BlacksRobert A. Nelson... certain amount of skill that can be obtained with a few hours of practice. Regarded as the ultimate in "no apparatus" sealed billet readings for individual operations where more than one question is answered.
Are you a Nelson collector? This book was listed as No. 565 in the Nelson Enterprises catalog. Magic World revised and expanded edition includes four new chapters plus for the first time, a camera-ready envelope template. Make your own envelopes for just pennies apiece.
1st edition ~1938, PDF 25 pages.
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Genii Volume 77 (2014)Richard Kaufman... - ...
- ...
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- Silver Lining - The Miracle Factory
- Cover The Spot - Ian Kendall & Alan Wong
- One Card Collector - Alexander Kölle
- Scents Of Wonder - The Miracle Factory
- Advertisers Index
- Subscription Information
- Genii - Volume 77, Number 4 - April 2014 - 104 pages- free EMC Catalogue 07 DVD enclosed with Paul Daniels
- Cover - Paul Daniels
- Contents
- Genii Speaks - Richard Kaufman
- online video file available - Insomnia - Derek Hughes
- online video file available - Paul Daniel's Bravura Blog
- online audio file available - Speaking of Max [Maven]
- online video file available - More Genii Speaks - Richard Kaufman
- On the Slant - Jon Racherbaumer
- online audio file available - On the Slant - Jon Racherbaumer
- Coincidently ...
- Now Performing
- In Memoriam - Aldo Colombini (1951-2014) - by Joe M....
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Genii Volume 78 (2015)Richard Kaufman... - ...
- ...
- ... Kun
- Share the Love - Patrick Kun
- A Forced Thought - Steven Himmel
- ReCard Monte - Steven Himmel
- Dream Prediction Elite - Paul Romhany & Alan Wong
- Advertisers Index
- Subscription Information
- Genii - Volume 78, Number 2 - February 2015 - 96 pages - free EMC Catalogue 04 DVD enclosed featuring Joshua Jay
- Cover - Joshua Jay
- Contents
- Genii Speaks - Richard Kaufman
- online video file available - Face to Face - Matthew Field interviews Tom Mullica
- online video file available - Simon Drake's Paper Cutter
- online audio file available - Speaking of Max [Maven]
- online video file available - More Genii Speaks - Richard Kaufman
- In Memoriam - Jim Alfredson (1937-2015) - by Gabe Fajuri
- On the Slant - Jon Racherbaumer
- online audio file available - On the Slant - Jon Racherbaumer
...
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Controlled CoincidenceVictor FarelliA subtle system for card workers. Four card miracles.
Excerpt from the introduction:
In the Winter of 1928, or early in the following Spring, Messrs. Bagshawe & Co. issued a catalogue entitled "New Magic," in which an item called "Card Control" appeared. Briefly, the effect was that any card (not forced) could be taken from a pack - if desired, in the performer's absence - and the performer was able always to locate in the pack a card of the same VALUE and a card of the same SUIT, as that chosen.
Being struck by the novelty of the effect I wrote to Mr. Bagshawe, requesting him to send... | $8 to wish listPDF |
EyrieMark Lemon... effect will completely 'blow away' those who you perform it for. It looks exactly as it would, if you were actually able to do this for real.
No shiners, no sleight of hand, no dual reality and no electronics.
After years of Mark's close friends and peers asking him to release his back catalog of effects, he has finally agreed to do so and we are delighted to bring you Eyrie.
1st edition 2023, video 54:57.
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Bammo Tricks of the TradeBob Farmer... - ...PACKET TRICKS
- Step 1: Protective Spray
- Step 2: Ptfe Powder
- STICKING CARDS TOGETHER
- PREPARING A FARO DECK
- ROUGHING FLUID
- CORNER ROUNDING
- CARD MARKING INK
- CUSTOM GAFFED CARDS
- HALLUCINATION 2.0
- Effect
- Method & Preparation
- Set-up
- Working
- Background
- Tricks of the Trade: Louis Tannen 1955 Catalogue
1st edition 2023, PDF 39 pages.
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All AccessMichael P. LairA video catalog of 18 of Michael's top-selling magic effects. Demonstrations only. The effects presented are:
- Animated Origami Bill
- Beach Memories
- Big Coins
- Candle Rewind
- Cane Fire
- Chinese Appearing Sword
- Chinese Fans
- Chinese Lucky Envelope
- Cool Coil and Silver Coil
- Fanfire
- Firefall
- Fire Flower Rose Coil
- Fire to Silk
- Hot Coil
- Spitfire
- Sponge Poker
- 20-oz Production
video 8:32 | $10 to wish listMP4 (video) |
Palm Reading for MagiciansWilliam W. Larsen
This psychological reading allows most anyone to present a convincing demonstration of palmistry, even if they've never read palms before.
Thayer originally sold this Larsen title as a manuscript in their catalog (Item No. 1394). Now once again available in this expanded and updated book edition, the original content has been supplemented with new features to make it even more complete.
Understand, this is not a trick, but a stock reading that you can easily memorize and give to any person without further study. Use it to supplement, dramatically, your usual readings. Or if you're entirely... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish listPDF |
Beyond the MississippiAlbert Deane Richardson... - ... per Annum.
- CHAPTER XXXII. Carson City and Carson Valley. Earliest Officers of Nevada. Lake Tahoe, on Sierra Nevadas. Seven Thousand Feet above Sea-level. A Legend of Stage Driving. Thrilling Ride down the Sierras. Reaching the Locomotive again. Sacramento—Arrival in San Francisco. A Startling Catalogue of Events. Delightful Days in Placerville. The Rare Charm of California. Chinamen on the Pacific Coast. Among the Hydraulic Miners. The Wonderful Power of Water.
- CHAPTER XXXIII. Warm Climate of Pacific Coast. Scene of a California Story. The Widow of John Brown. Spelling ‘Yreka Bakery’...
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