Magic Video - Darwin Ortiz - The Annotated Erdnase

Unveiling 'The Annotated Erdnase' by Darwin Ortiz

Dive deep into the legendary world of 'The Expert at the Card Table' with Darwin Ortiz's masterful 'The Annotated Erdnase,' now available as a convenient digital PDF download. After a lifetime devoted to the study of card magic and ten years meticulously researching, Darwin Ortiz presents the most comprehensive and insightful examination of S.W. Erdnase's seminal work. This isn't just a reprint; it's a profound journey that more than doubles the original text's content, offering an indispensable resource for anyone fascinated by card manipulation.

A Deeper Look into Card Magic's Foundation

Ortiz's 273 detailed annotations shed brilliant new light on the history of various card moves and effects, tracing their origins and evolution. Beyond historical context, you'll receive expert technical insights into their proper execution, invaluable for refining your own skills. The annotations provide extensive cross-references for further reading and reveal hundreds of previously little-known, obscure facts that will enrich your understanding. Coupled with 115 crystal-clear photographs illustrating intricate techniques and numerous illustrations reproduced from other rare books, this digital edition offers a wealth of additional knowledge at your fingertips.

For Every Level of Card Enthusiast

Whether your primary interest lies in mastering the specific moves and tricks detailed in 'The Expert at the Card Table' or delving into the mystery surrounding Erdnase the man, 'The Annotated Erdnase' caters to all curiosities. The original text has been completely reset in a larger, more readable type, and all illustrations have been enlarged and repositioned logically for maximum clarity. Beginners will find a clear path to learning the basics, while seasoned professionals will discover the nuanced finishing touches that elevate their craft. This digital download allows instant access to a treasure trove of knowledge.

Exclusive Insights and Erdnase's Identity

An added chapter further enhances this digital collection, featuring essays written by some of today's most knowledgeable cardmen. You'll gain fascinating insight into the state of card magic before Erdnase's time and understand the momentous impact his book had on the art. Perhaps most compelling, the final chapter includes a previously unpublished essay by none other than Martin Gardner, exploring the true identity of S.W. Erdnase. This extraordinary compilation ensures that both academic interest and practical application are served, making it a must-have for any serious student of card magic.

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There has been a lot of talk about S.W. Erdnase lately. And， whether your interest is in the man who wrote the book or in trying to understand his original text， this is a book that will satisfy you. After a lifetime of study， no one is more qualified to elucidate this classic book than Darwin Ortiz. He has spent the past ten years researching and writing 273 annotations， more than doubling the size of the original book. He sheds new light on the history of various moves and effects， provides technical insight into their proper execution， gives cross references for further reading and includes hundreds of little know bits of obscure information. Darwin's tutoring coupled with 115 crystal - clear photographs provide a wealth of additional knowledge. You will also find a number of illustrations reproduced from other rare books and an added chapter containing essays written by some of today's most knowledgeable cardmen. You will gain fascinating insight into the state of card magic before Erdnase's time and how his momentous book affected the art. If you are only interested in the moves and tricks inThe Expert at the Card Table，The Annotated Erdnaseis the book for you. The original text has been completely reset in a larger， more readable type. All of the original illustrations have been enlarged and positioned more logically in the text. If you are more interested in Erdnase the man， turn to the final chapter inThe Annotated Erdnaseand read a previously unpublished essay on the true identity of S.W. Erdnase by none other than Martin Gardner. Whether you are a skilled professional searching for that finishing touch or just a beginner interested in learning the basics of card magic， this book has it all. 273 pages; Hardbound; Very well produced.

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