Translated from the acclaimed Spanish edition, Roberto Mansilla’s Naypes serves as a definitive guide to parlor card magic.

This book offers a thoughtful and artistic perspective on creating captivating card performances for medium-sized audiences. Blending essays with practical routines, it will transform your approach to magic.

In “Eureka,” Mansilla presents an exciting stage adaptation of the classic Any-Card-At-Any-Number (ACAAN) plot. While many variations exist, few have been tailored for a parlor setting, ensuring every detail is meticulously crafted. “Eureka” is ready to enhance your show.

“Outstanding” provides a fresh take on the traditional “Out of This World” effect, engaging the audience and addressing visibility challenges from a distance.

“Card in Envelope” meets expectations but surprises with its refined execution and impact. Mansilla meticulously enhances the effectiveness of this close-up trick for larger audiences.

Overall, the book features twelve routines and three insightful essays, including a compelling interview with Helder Guimarães, all aimed at refining your parlor card magic. In his preface, renowned magician Roberto Giobbi states, “I’ve had the pleasure of personally seeing Roberto perform several of the pieces described in this book, and I can assure you that he simply ‘gets it.’ He’s among the few who truly understand their craft, and he excels at it.”

Contents of “Naypes”

• Acknowledgements
• Preface by Roberto Giobbi
• Introduction
• Parlor Card Magic
• Eureka!
• Outstanding
• The Different Forms of Icarus
• Card in the Envelope
• Two and a Half
• On The General Card
• Everybody’s Card IV
• Thanks to Diaconis
• What Does Oblivion Look Like?
• Karl Germain and the Wineglass Principle
• Appearing Cards
• Hi Germain
• Sunrise
• Interview With Helder Guimarães

“He’s one of the few who knows what he’s doing, and he’s doing it well. Actually, extremely well.”Roberto Giobbi

“Gourmet card magic that is designed to satisfy even the most refined palettes.”Kiko Pasteur

“One of the most memorable highlights from my visit to Argentina was watching Roberto pick up a deck of cards and effortlessly, elegantly, perform ACAAN. And another highlight was when he explained his ingenious, elegant solution.”Jim Steinmeyer

“Roberto’s ‘Eureka’ is perfect. It looks impossible and the impact is stunning. This is what I look for in all of my magic.”Michael Vincent