Ebook - Gibecière by Stephen Minch - Vol 17 No 1( Winter 2022 , ) (Digital Download)

Discover Gibecière Vol 17 No 1: A Winter 2022 Digital Masterpiece

Immerse yourself in the latest edition of 'Gibecière,' Stephen Minch's acclaimed journal, Vol 17 No 1 (Winter 2022). This digital download is an indispensable resource for magic historians, enthusiasts, and practitioners alike, offering an unparalleled journey into the forgotten secrets and celebrated techniques of magic's past. Expertly curated and lavishly presented, this issue promises to ignite your passion for the art of illusion with its unique blend of scholarly research and fascinating discoveries.

Unearthing Ancient Mysteries: The 1666 Italian Text

Riccardo Rampini leads off this issue with a captivating exploration of a 1666 Italian text, fully translated into English for the first time. His article meticulously details the magic featured within, revealing a four-object assembly whose construction is strikingly modern despite its ancient origins. This contribution offers a rare glimpse into the historical roots of sleight-of-hand, demonstrating how certain principles of misdirection and deception have endured for centuries, resonating with contemporary magical thinking.

The Genesis of Card Magic: Verini's 'Spechio'

William Kalush continues the historical expedition with 'Verini's Spechio,' an enlightening piece that sheds new light on some of the earliest known card tricks ever committed to print. For anyone fascinated by the evolution of card manipulation and its foundational theories, Kalush's revelations provide invaluable context and fresh perspectives. Prepare to be astonished by the ingenuity of these pioneering methods, offering a direct link to the very beginnings of card magic as we know it today.

Reviving 19th-Century Prop Magic: Ponsin's 'Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée'

Concluding this remarkable issue is the final installment of Jean Hugard's meticulous translation of Ponsin's 'Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée.' Here, readers are transported to the mid-nineteenth century, delving into the intricacies of prop-based magic that defined the era. From mechanical wonders to ingenious apparatus, Ponsin's work, through Hugard's translation, offers profound insights into the construction and performance of period illusions, enriching your understanding of magic's diverse heritage. Amply illustrated in full color, with a stunning cover and plentiful notes, 'Gibecière' Vol 17 No 1 is a treasure trove of magical knowledge waiting to be explored.

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We are delighted to present the thirty-third issue of our flagship journal Gibecière. Riccardo Rampini contributes the first fascinating article in this Winter 2022 issue, with a discussion—and full translation into English—of the magic featured in an Italian text from 1666, including a four-object assembly that is startlingly modern in its construction. William Kalush follows with “Verini’s Spechio,” offering revelations galore about some of the earliest known card tricks in print. Rounding out this issue is the concluding part of Jean Hugard’s translation of Ponsin’s wonderful Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée, in which the author explores prop-based magic of the mid-nineteenth century. Amply illustrated in full color, with a stunning cover and plentiful notes, we are thrilled with the latest Gibecière, and we are sure you will be too!

Contents:

Pocket Notes—Stephen Minch

An Assembly in an Old Alphabet—Riccardo Rampini

Verini’s Spechio—William Kalush

Nouvelle Magie Blanche Dévoilée, Part Five—J. N. Ponsin, translated by Jean Hugard