J. G. Thompson Jr. – Top Secrets Of Magic

Format: PDF

Discover practical magic infused with humor in this comprehensive guide. This volume features a captivating 3 Shell Game and an in-depth chapter on the classic Cups & Balls, making it a must-read for aspiring magicians.

Contents:

vii Introduction by Harry Blackstone

13 Chapter 1: Pasteboard Presto

32 Chapter 2: Peas and Cues: A shell game routine where grandpa gets swindled

37 Chapter 3: Two Minds Get Together: Multiple predictions using blank business cards

44 Chapter 4: Strike One: Manipulative magic with paper matchbooks

56 Chapter 5: Spheroid Skulduggery: One in the hand, two in the pocket with small balls and a skull

64 Chapter 6: Safety PinUp: Linking safety pins with a full routine, including gimmicked versions

73 Chapter 7: Double Ring Ceremony: An elaborate routine featuring the Jardine Ring, rope, and more

83 Chapter 8: Tarot Telepathy: Card divination using a stooge

89 Chapter 9: Hoiman, The Spirick: A “spirit” buzzer routine, updated for today’s tech

93 Chapter 10: Cups & Balls: Three routines, including one with gimmicked cups and minimal sleights

108 Chapter 11: Strictly One Sided: Paddle routines

117 Chapter 12: The Real Top Secrets: Insights for beginner magicians on crafting and developing routines, featuring “Presto,” a coins-through-the-table effect.