John Guastaferro – One Degree

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“I am thrilled about this book… This collection radiates style and depth from a true master.” — John Bannon, from the foreword

John Guastaferro exemplifies the qualities we admire in a magician: he is smooth yet understated, soft-spoken yet commanding. As a creator of sophisticated magic, he is now unveiling his first hardbound book, One Degree, exclusively with Vanishing Inc. This exquisite collection spans over 150 pages and 240 photographs, featuring 20 professional card routines alongside five insightful essays. One Degree showcases some of the most artistic and refined close-up magic seen in years.

In One Degree, Guastaferro delves into the subtle, deliberate enhancements that can amplify the impact of your performances and foster a deeper connection with your audience. Too often, we are misled into thinking that remarkable results necessitate drastic changes. Guastaferro asserts that the extraordinary is often just a single degree away.

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“John is undoubtedly one of the brightest minds in magic today… a true master of the craft.” — Jack Carpenter

“It’s rare to encounter a book where every routine and utility move makes you think, ‘This is going into my repertoire!’ One Degree is that book and deserves a place in every card magician’s library.” — Allan Ackerman

“One Degree satisfies and enlightens to the highest degree!” — Jon Racherbaumer

“Few creators in our field possess the talent to leave their unique mark on everything they produce—John Guastaferro is among this elite group. Witnessing his work compiled in such a beautiful book is a true delight.” — David Regal

“Many authors strive to convey their enthusiasm for their creations, often with vividness and flair. The risk is that the ideas may not live up to the hype. John Guastaferro has taken that risk in One Degree—and he has succeeded! Even if he had presented his tricks plainly, they would still generate excitement. Readers will quickly see that John, uniquely, has designed his effects with the audience in mind.” — J. K. Hartman