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The MailMan New user 11 Posts |
I love learning from books and I am looking at expanding my library a bit.
I have things like Bobo, Royal road and the first volume of card college. Which other books would you consider to be staple reading for new magicians? I am in to card and coins but would love to learn anything that came out of a well written and thought out book. What are your favourites and why? |
Harry Lorayne 1926 - 2023 New York City 8558 Posts |
I've written quite a few books JUST FOR YOU! Go to my magic website (listed under this post, with the word "magic" in it) to see what's currently available. HL.
[email]harrylorayne@earthlink.net[/email]
http://www.harrylorayne.com http://www.harryloraynemagic.com |
MHamel New user New Hampshire 71 Posts |
I would say finish your card college series. Its a good series to have. I always refer back to them when I'm trying to make something look better or improve on some of my routines.
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Dr. JK Inner circle Sandusky, OH 1191 Posts |
MailMan,
There are many such posts in the "Books, Pamphlets, & Lecture Notes" thread in "The Good, the Bad, and the Garbage" section of the Café. I recommend you start there to see the types of books that people think are "essential reading." I visit the thread often even though I've read almost all the posts multiple times. It's a treasure trove of useful information for book purchases. Good luck, and feel free to post there if you have specific questions that are not addressed in other posts. |
pradell Special user Alaska 560 Posts |
The Tarbell Course: start with volume 1. http://www.amazon.com/Tarbell-Course-Mag......02YNCWXE
Any Jim Steinmeyer book. http://www.jimsteinmeyer.com/catalog/home.php?cat=249&page=2 Mark Wilson's Complete Course In Magic. http://www.amazon.com/Mark-Wilsons-Compl......62414553 :magicrabbit: |
Julie Inner circle 3936 Posts |
Hello Mailman
You might want to check for Magic Books published by DOVER. These are classic texts upon which many of the newer(?) offerings are based--very inexpensive, too! Of course, there are the great illustrated Bill Tarr books (Now You See It Now You Don't and the Second Now You See It Now You Don't> plus the hardbound Notebook) and the many Bill Severn books with complete routines. There are truly wonderful values in paperback and inexpensive hardbacks. A structured search through used book resources will often turn up some real bargains. Certainly no "new" library would be complete without Harry Lorayne's The Magic Book (hardbound) which breaks many "professional" routines down into easier to handle and understand basics. (I believe this may be out-of-print, so add this to you list for consideration when working through the resale outlets...) Have fun! Julie |
motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6127 Posts |
The Amateur Magician's Handbook
http://magicref.tripod.com/books/hayhenr......k4th.htm a good all around book Mysterio's Encyclopedia of Magic And Conjuring Another good all around book with many of the classics of magic. Knack Magic Tricks, written By Richard Kaufman These are all great books for someone starting out. While not strictly cards or coins, they do contain a number of excellent effects in both those areas. The best part, you could probably get all three for $30-$40 on Amazon.
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
– Karl Germain |
motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6127 Posts |
Another suggestion is Ron Bauer's manuscripts:
http://www.thinklikeaconjurer.com/performancescripts.htm They're very well written and extremely detailed.
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
– Karl Germain |
Mark Jarvis Regular user 172 Posts |
Hi MailMan,
Whenever anyone asks what is condidered "Essential" reading regaring magic, besides the above suggestions I always mention Juan Tamariz's Five Points In Magic. Juan teaches that it is not the hands alone that play a critical part in suspending your spectator's disbelief, but also the feet, the body, the eyes and the voice. He explains how to use all five of these tools to be more successful with misdirection. Mark
Mark Jarvis
The Magic Of Magic Solon, Ohio The Magic Is In Your Hands http://www.themagicofmagic.com |
Erdnase27 Inner circle 2505 Posts |
Mine would be:
- Royal Road to Card Magic/Expert Card Technique - Bobo's Modern Coin Magic - Annemann Practical Mental effects books like: - Mark Wilson Course in Magic - Tarbell course in magic - Harry lorayne's the magic book books on showmanship like: - Henning Nelms Magic & showmanship - Darwin Ortiz' strong Magic I'd love to see you back in some years |
gostone23 Loyal user 221 Posts |
I will second the Classic Collection by Harry Lorayne! I have Volume 2 and it is jam packed with great stuff. I'm saving for 1,3 and the impending Volume # 4. After obtaining those I'm not sure I would need any other books(though I will want them anyway...)
Also, Darwin Ortiz Strong Magic is another great book. Not only is it full of great magic theory but it is pleasurable to read. -Robert |
Jim Sparx Inner circle Far Out, Texas 1144 Posts |
Greater Magic has a ton of card material and there is one for sale here at the Café for less than $150.
Et tu, Spartacus?
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/chispadeelpaso.html |
David D New user 14 Posts |
Quote:
On 2012-07-26 08:47, Mark Jarvis wrote: I would second this, if you're looking for more presentation-related material. |
Ikswonilak New user 58 Posts |
I recently read and thoroughly enjoyed Larry Hass' book Transformations: making magic out of tricks. He reviews some great theory as well as shares a few simple yet beautiful effects. I also second reading Lorayne's The Magic Book. It's very well written and east to follow yet covers a wide array of the basics of conjuring.
AK |
motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6127 Posts |
The Card Magic of Nick Trost
Effortless Card Magic by Peter Duffie What's Up Deck by Aldo Colombini
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
– Karl Germain |
Dougini Inner circle The Beautiful State Of Maine 7130 Posts |
Mailman, if cards are your thing, then Harry Lorayne is the one you should study:
http://www.harryloraynemagic.com Believe me, you won't find a more complete set of books on card magic! That said, I really recommend you read a book called, "Tales Of Enchantment: The Art Of Magic" by Walt Anthony. I've been in magic since roughly 1971, and after reading that book, my whole thinking has changed! You can read a sample of it here: http://www.leapinglizardsmagic.com/Tales_preview.pdf You can order it here: http://www.leapinglizardsmagic.com/csspa......ment.htm I would not buy this from any one else except Leaping Lizard's Magic. And, for $35, I guarantee you will find more than your money's worth in this book! Look at the other books down at the bottom as well. You'll find something you like! Doug |
coolini Regular user australia 176 Posts |
Strong magic and maximum entertainment changed they way I look at things
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JohnIJ New user 43 Posts |
One of the best buys I have ever done: The Books of Wonder
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Payne Inner circle Seattle 4571 Posts |
An Actor Prepares by Constantin Stanislavski
http://www.amazon.com/Actor-Prepares-Con......prepares Building a Character by Constantin Stanislavski http://www.amazon.com/Building-Character......prepares Taking the Stage by Deb Gottesman and Buzz Mauro http://www.amazon.com/Taking-Center-Stag......he+stage
"America's Foremost Satirical Magician" -- Jeff McBride.
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coolini Regular user australia 176 Posts |
Stronge magic is my favourite magic book
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