Cardini: The Suave Deceiver by John Fisher and The Miracle Factory

A Comprehensive Biography of a Magic Legend!

This book offers an in-depth exploration of Cardini, one of the most influential magicians in history. With nearly 600 pages filled with over 800 illustrations, it features 350 detailed frame-by-frame shots of his iconic performances, alongside a stunning color section.

Jamy Ian Swiss from Genii magazine praises, “Cardini was one of the greatest performing magicians of all time, and this volume is guaranteed to cast his spell the instant you enter its magical pages…a truly wonderful production…the bounty of images reproduced in this volume is nothing short of astounding. This long-awaited and well-deserved testament to one of the most important magicians of the twentieth century is an inordinately welcome addition to magic’s historical literature.”

At last, the remarkable sleight-of-hand artist Cardini receives the tribute he deserves. Known for his captivating performances and intricate miracles, Cardini’s life and craft are meticulously unveiled by John Fisher, a master storyteller.

With exclusive access to Cardini’s personal notebooks, scrapbooks, and memorabilia, Fisher presents not only a revealing biography but also a significant contribution to magical literature. For the first time, Cardini’s legendary act is dissected moment by moment, alongside the captivating narrative of his life.

This richly illustrated volume includes hundreds of photographs and memorabilia from Cardini’s illustrious career, featuring a beautiful color frontispiece and section. The book opens with a heartfelt tribute from Lance Burton, adding an inspiring touch to this remarkable work.

Presented in a hardbound format with high-quality satin-finish paper, this book is smyth-sewn for durability and comes with a striking full-color glossy dust jacket.