Kort by Stephen Minch

Milt Kort mingled with the finest magicians of his era, crafting exquisite classical material that deserves careful examination. This book is a goldmine of engaging and enjoyable magic.

Additionally, the book is visually stunning. With illustrations by the talented Sandra Kort and exceptional writing by Stephen Minch, it stands out in the magic community.

Interspersed throughout are Kort’s amusing essays, sharing humorous anecdotes from his performances, nuggets of wisdom, and personal reflections. These insights enhance the reading experience, making it a delightful journey into the world of magic!

More about Kort:

Milton Kort is somewhat of a legend: a magician who rarely ventured beyond the Detroit area, seldom performed at conventions, yet drew the attention of magic’s elite. Icons like Paul Rosini, Stewart James, Dr. Daley, J. B. Bobo, Charlie Miller, Cardini, and Dai Vernon sought out Milt to exchange secrets.

What attracted these masters to him? It was his profound passion for magic, coupled with his ability to astonish them with his ingeniously crafted tricks. The essence of Kort’s work lies in close-up magic, utilizing everyday objects such as playing cards, coins, dice, balls, razor blades, eggs, handkerchiefs, pens, and even toy elephants. The results are anything but ordinary.

With techniques accessible to the average close-up enthusiast, Milt Kort presents 46 of his most perplexing and entertaining tricks and routines, all grounded in his guiding principle: Have Fun!