“This book is one of my most cherished possessions. It covers everything from close-up magic to restaurant performances and Cups and Balls. One effect from this book helped establish my reputation as a close-up magician! Every magician should have this in their collection!” – Andrew Gerard

“A timeless classic, back in print!” – Derren Brown

“The Magic of Michael Ammar is an essential read for any magician. It contains impactful, reputation-enhancing magic and insights from a true master. Study this book to elevate your skills!” – Cyril Takayama

“This book is packed with practical, proven routines; many have become modern classics. Highly recommended!” – Jeff McBride

“The routines in this book could fulfill the lifelong needs of a professional close-up magician.” – David Regal

“The Magic of Michael Ammar was groundbreaking during my early days of learning magic! It transformed my perspective on performance and audience engagement, with exceptional routines detailed throughout. I can’t recommend this book enough; it belongs in every magician’s library!” – Oz Pearlman

“This book taught me classics like Crazy Man’s Handcuffs (238), Pencil Thru Quarter (161), and Ring Band-It (135). Michael Ammar’s techniques and notes elevate these tricks into true magic.” – Max T.

“The Magic of Michael Ammar is filled with impactful, classic effects. I devoured this book when it was released and incorporated routines like Pencil Through Quarter, The Two Card Trick, and Crazy Man’s Handcuffs into my professional repertoire for years. Everything Michael shares is top-notch and raises the standard of magic.” – Tim Trono

“This book is a classic! It features numerous outstanding routines, insights, and essays from Ammar. His clear and easy-to-follow work on rubber bands is fantastic. If you’re into coins, cards, or rubber bands, this book is a must-have. Plus, any book with an introduction by David Copperfield deserves a spot in your library!” – Brent Geris

The Magic of Michael Ammar is a cornerstone of modern magic literature, authored by a pivotal figure in the field. Recognized by Magic Magazine as one of the most influential magicians of the 20th century, Michael Ammar has received numerous accolades, performing for dignitaries, celebrities, and royalty worldwide. This book encapsulates his powerful commercial style and offers a deep dive into the philosophy and techniques of one of magic’s finest performers. Ammar shares invaluable insights, including secrets from his mentor, Dai Vernon, to help you refine your magical skills to the highest level.

• Stand-up Cups & Balls
• The Dai Vernon Wand Spin

CHAPTER 2: Utilities

• Retention Vanish
• Amazing Coin Vanish (by Rick Anderson)
• Fingertip Coin Vanish (by John Carney)
• Ultimate One-Finger Spellbound
• Corner Switch
• Bottom Deal Force
• Wiped Clean #1
• Wiped Clean #2
• Clip Card Vanish
• Cut And Restored Rope Replacement
• Side Steal
• Thumb tip Finesse

CHAPTER 3: Eight Philosophical Essays On Magic

• In The Men’s Hut
• Super Group
• I’ve Got Rhythm
• The Unspoken Performance
• Lying: The Unconscious Dilution Of Impact
• Get More Rubals From Your Magic
• I’m In Training
• Have No Mercy

CHAPTER 4: Social Workers

• This’ll Flip You Out
• Coin On Ceiling
• Card Matrix
• Snort But Sweet (by Bob Chesebro)
• Silver Certificate (by Lou Gallo)
• Coin In Pen Cap (by David Williamson)

CHAPTER 5: Restaurants

• New Wave Coins Across (by Mike Gallo)
• Reverse Matrix (by David Williamson)
• The Vanishing Glass
• Coins Through Table Kicker (by Mike Gallo)
• Now Cut That Out (by David Williamson)
• Switching Sandwiches
• Torn And Restored Cigarette #1
• Torn And Restored Cigarette #2
• Ring Band-It
• Did You Order Salt Or Pepper
• Bluefield Debut
• Broken And Restored Rubber Band Finesse
• The Linking Headbands Pinch

CHAPTER 6: Reputation Makers

• Pencil Thru Quarter
• The Iceman Cometh
• Card Cubes
• Let’s Hit The Bottle

CHAPTER 7: Stand-Up

• Silk To Egg
• Indoor Baseball
• Signed Bill In Light Bulb
• Billy: The Hypnotized Balloon
• The Two Card Trick
• Haley’s Comet

CHAPTER 8: Magic Management

• Custom Cue Sheets
• Show Sheets
• Personal Project Planner
• Booking Sheets

CHAPTER 9: Classic Renditions

• The Thumb tip Bill Switch
• The Crazy Man’s Handcuffs

CHAPTER 10: Bonus Chapter

• False Count With Coins
• Multiple Coin Production
• Double Colour Change
• Kointakey
• Inversion (by James Lewis)
• Incredible Coins Across
• The Vernon Theory Of Artistic Advancement: An Essay
• Challenging Your Experiences: An Essay
• Where Do You Stand?: An Essay
• On Magic Competition – Part One: Technical Preparation
• On Magic Competition – Part Two: Mental Preparation
• Pencil Thru Quarter Finesse (by David Williamson)

CHAPTER 11: Making Magic Memorable

• The Development Of Style
• Eight Principles For Making Magic Memorable

CHAPTER 12: Negotiating Higher Performance Fees

• Negotiating
• The Three Stages Of Negotiation
• Nine Gambits