Ebook - Card Magic For The Enthusiast by Paul Hallas

Elevate your card magic repertoire with 'Card Magic For The Enthusiast' by the acclaimed Paul Hallas, a comprehensive digital ebook designed to empower magicians of all levels. This isn't just another collection of card tricks; it's a deep dive into original thinking, deceptive methods, and entertaining presentations crafted by a consummate professional.

Unlock Professional Secrets

Praised by experts like Jim Canaday from The Magic Portal, who declared it 'loaded with stuff that is both simple to do and deceptive (not to mention entertaining),' this ebook delivers on its promise. Rick Carruth of The Magic Roadshow applauds it as 'an assemblage of original thoughts and methods from a consummate professional you can buy for a trifle.' You're not just learning tricks; you're gaining access to the practical wisdom and innovative approaches that define truly excellent card magic.

Comprehensive Content for the Serious Magician

Delve into 28 unique entries, ranging from mind-bending effects like 'Traveler in Time' and 'Up/Down Oil and Water' to practical sleights that will become staples in your performance. Anthony Vinson from The Magician's Forum highlights that 'in addition to killer tricks, Paul also provides his innovations and handlings of useful sleights, including Pinky Ovette, Center Double Control, and Simple Double Card Control.' These are fundamental techniques explained with Paul's unique insights, designed to make your magic smoother and more convincing.

Beyond Tricks: Theory and Inspiration

Beyond the practical applications, 'Card Magic For The Enthusiast' offers profound theoretical insights. Explore 'Thoughts on Multiple Card Revelations,' an essay that provides historical context, fresh ideas, and ends with an inspirational challenge. This section alone can spark new creative directions for your own routines. With content quality confidently rated 'well above average' by Alex Hui of The Magic Café, every page of this 125-page PDF is packed with value. Whether you're refining existing skills or seeking fresh, powerful material, Paul Hallas delivers an invaluable resource for anyone serious about card magic.

Original Specs

"This is loaded with stuff that is both simple to do and deceptive (not to mention entertaining). Would I recommend this book? You betcha!" - Jim Canaday, The Magic Portal
"There's way more here than simply 28 tricks between two covers. There's an assemblage of original thoughts and methods from a consummate professional you can buy for a trifle." - Rick Carruth, The Magic Roadshow.

"In addition to killer tricks, Paul also provides his innovations and handlings of useful sleights, including Pinky Ovette, Center Double Control, and Simple Double Card Control. His essay Thoughts on Multiple Card Revelations provides ideas, history, and context, and ends on an inspirational idea that someone is going to read and run with: Could it be you?" - Anthony Vinson, The Magician's Forum.

"I am very confident to inform you that the quality of material in this book is definitely well above average." - Alex Hui, The Magic Café.

Contents:

• Under Pressure
• Traveler in Time
• Being in the Right Place
• Up/Down Oil and Water
• Assembly Reverse
• Simple Addition
• The Marriage
• Repeat Bluff Sandwich
• Foursome- Moresome
• Before-Some
• Wouldn't Play Cards with You
• Streamlined Jumbo
• The Dudeney Coincidence
• Soft Curve
• The Special Spectacles
• The Tree of Knowledge
• Direct Gypsy
• A Cato Named Klondyke
• Pinky Ovette
• Center Double Control
• Simple Double Card Control
• Thoughts on Multiple Card Revelations
• Fate or Fortune
• Squaring the Circle
• Dominant Arthur
• Combo
• Magic for Distant Friends
• The Last Word

1st edition 2019, PDF 125 pages.
word count: 35238 which is equivalent to 140 standard pages of text