Dunniger’s Complete Encyclopedia of Magic by Joseph Dunninger

_EF from the intro, “Most of the material in these pages was originally published in three separate volumes under the title ‘Dunninger’s Popular Magic’. These books were published by Mr. Hugo Gernsback, one of the world’s outstanding scientists and inventors. Some contributors to the original ‘Popular Magic’ publications were: Al Flosso, Dr. Jaks, Dr. Joseph …

New Modern Coin Magic by J.B. Bobo

_EF Illustrated by Nelson Hahne, edited by John Braun. New Modern Coin Magic includes four additional Chapters in over 150 additional pages- that are not in Modern Coin Magic. It is my understanding that when Magic Inc. renewed the copyright for The New Modern Coin Magic, they didn’t realize this didn’t include the previous version of the book, Modern …

Magic of the World by John Mulholland, Charles Scribner’s Sons

_EF Books on magic multiply with almost the regularity and inevitability of the invisible rabbits in the prestidigitator’s hat. The author is a well-known magician and this book is similar in approach to his John Mulholland’s Book of Magic for adults. The emphasis is on skillful sleight of hand achieved with minimal equipment, constant practice, …

The Jinx (Vols: 001-050) by Ted Annemann

_EF The Jinx is filled with incredible gems in bite sized pieces. Apart from a wealth of incredible effects, I love the commentaries by Annemann. The historical impact that The Jinx appears to have had is quite amazing. So much seems to have come from this publication. Content: October 1934 – 1941; 907 pages The …

Card Tricks Without Skill by Paul Clive, Faber & Faber

_EF This is a wonderful book on card effects without skill of sleight of hand. Contains the classic effect by Paul Curry: Out of This World, and many other wonderful routines. This was one of the very first books on magic I ever purchased and it certainly changed my world! Contents (updated 4/2014 with full contents): …

Magic Explained by Walter B. Gibson

_EF Revealing the secrets of favorite tricks and illusions performed by the world’s greatest magicians – plus three dozen new easy tricks you can do. Contents: 1 Foreword 5 Contents 7 Chapter 1 – Twizzlers: Puzzles and stunts, mostly. 8 Coin and Saucer: Pick up coin from water-filled saucer without getting fingers wet. 9 Dimes and …

The Illustrated Book of Magic Tricks by Will Dexter

_EF A fascinating showcase of many classic magic tricks including the famous Indian Rope Trick.  Contents: 7 Introduction 9 That Wonderful Wand 10 This Is A Magic Wand 11 Who’s Knocking, It Must Be Spirits 12 Big Wand From Tiny Purse 13 Presto! It’s Gone 14 The Ghostly Pencil 15 The Lazy Match 16 Where …

Top Secrets of Magic by J.G. Thompson

_EF Featuring 12 big sections, Top Secrets of Magic features complete routines with cards, coins, rings, balls, matchbooks, safety pins, and more; as well as an outstanding, multi-faceted close-up mindreading routine with blank business cards. There’s even a two-person mentalism routine you can teach a partner with a minimum of time and effort. Plus, J.B. …

M’Lady Steps Out (My Lady Steps Out) by Abbott’s, Jack Hughes

This effect was invented by Jack Hughes c. 1955 and it is described in his book World of Magic Vol. 1.  This version was likely built by Abbott’s but it could have been someone else. _EF A three-sided frame is displayed. It has two hinged doors which are opened. It is fitted around the waist …

Effective Card Magic by Bill Simon

_EF In this text Jean Hugard has combined his great talent for exposition with the creative mind of Bill Simon. Bill has achieved an astounding mastery of his craft. His mind is constantly probing for new and subtler moves and bold effects. Readers of this books will benefit from his thinking and experience. Bill will …

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