The Trick Brain, the second volume of the series, is an extended discussion of the mechanics of magic. It explains how mechanical devices and methods are used to deceive laymen. All of the thousands of tricks in the magician´s repertoire are analyzed to belong to but 19 general basic categories. Then, each of these basic effects is discussed, one by one. All of the possible...

This book, Showmanship For Magicians takes up the subject of the presentation of magic to gain greatest audience response. This includes a detailed analysis of spectator appeals and how to incorporate them in the presentation of magic. Step-by-step, through catering to audience preferences, the magician is shown how to create favorable reception through choice of material,...

Henning Nelms Highly instructive book analyzes every phase of conjuring—from sleights, devices, misdirection an, controlling audience attention, to incorporating patter and the effective use of assistants. Includes 60 original routines, plus advice for their presentation. For novices and veteran conjurers alike.