Art Decko by Simon Aronson

The wait is finally over! Simon Aronson presents his latest masterpiece, “Art Decko,” a comprehensive collection of his remarkable card magic. This impressive hardbound book measures 8.5″ x 11″ and features a full-color dust cover with black binding and silver lettering, consistent with his previous works. Inside, you’ll discover over 325 pages of innovative magic.

Art Decko is Simon’s most extensive book to date, divided into eight sections that cover a wide range of card magic:

• On the Spot – Impromptu effects using a regular, shuffled deck.
• Two-Faced – Some of Simon’s most deceptive tricks, requiring just one or two gaffs.
• Totals – A detailed exploration of a groundbreaking new plot.
• Birthdays – A fresh take on the birthday datebook theme; the No-Stack Datebook allows anyone to perform this incredible effect without needing to memorize a stack.
• Techniques – New, subtle techniques that are both highly deceptive and easy to master.
• Memorized Decks – Effects that are stack-independent as well as tailored to the Aronson stack.
• Eccentrics – A diverse collection of effects.
• Predictions – The most comprehensive theoretical study of predictions, featuring “Two by Two,” the ultimate ACAAN where two freely chosen cards are revealed at two freely chosen numbers.

And there’s so much more! This book includes theoretical essays that delve into topics ranging from surprise to disillusionment, along with commentary sections that explore variations, alternative routines, and considerations for professionals. If you’re curious about Simon’s thought process, “Art Decko” promises hours of insightful ideas, all presented in his clear, detailed, and thorough writing style.

“Simon Aronson is one of my favorite thinkers in magic, and his legendary reputation is entirely deserved. Simon is an ‘engineer’ of miracles, crafting each effect with painstaking detail. His standards are exacting, and he commits an extraordinary amount of thought to every idea he publishes and performs. Simon puts this same effort into his writing, which is why his books are so revered (and why it has taken him 13 years to finish Art Decko). Art Decko delivers the same high quality we’re used to. I am extremely excited about this new collection.” – Joshua Jay

Pages: 325 – 8.5″ x 11″ – Hardcover with full-color dust jacket – Black and white photos