Self-Working Card Tricks (Dover Magic Books)

Get the edge in entertaining and spectacular card tricks! No matter your ability level, this book reveals 72 self-working card tricks that don't require any sleight of hand. From small gatherings to grand stages, you’re sure to amaze and captivate audiences everywhere. What is a self-working card trick? A trick that does not depend upon legerdemain or special abilities on the part of the magician, but a trick that works automatically because of the mathematics inherent in the card deck itself. Long practice and supernormal dexterity are not needed to perform these tricks, yet they are often among the most entertaining and most spectacular of all card tricks. Some of these sure-fire tricks are simple, a good place to begin. Others were specially adapted from professional routines and are here presented for the first time for amateurs. Almost all of these tricks can be worked informally, with a borrowed deck of cards. Some also adapt to stage presentation. Individual tricks in this book have sold for more than the price of the entire book. Amateurs can use them to get a start in magic and to feel, at once, the rewards of giving a professional performance. Advanced and professional magicians will find tricks to add to their acts or informal routines. Author Karl Fulves is one of the best-known writers and editors in the field of magic. Noted magician offers 72 tricks! Get the best start in card magic with these easy-to-follow tricks from Karl Fulves. Impress your friends and family by instantly mastering this timeless art! No sleight of hand needed! Learn how to do amazing card magic feats without prior knowledge or special skills. You'll be able to perform these astounding tricks with a simple deck of cards and will have your audience captivated every time. Feel like a master magician with these time-tested surefire tricks! Author Karl Fulves offers a wealth of experience and knowledge. Popular card tricks include: The Impossible Location, Twins, Quick as a Wink, Mental Mates, The Three-Jacks Deal, Do As I Do, and others. Forty-two illustrations included: Each trick comes with clear step-by-step instructions, plus some feature accompanying images to help visualize the process. Even absolute beginners have everything they need to learn magic fast. From chapters on "Card Location" tricks to "Poker Deals," "Mental Magic with Cards," "Strange Secrets," "Revelations," and "Miracles with Cards," and more, you'll be performing like a pro in no time! Start today and be ready for your next performance! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned performer, this book is designed to get you up and running quickly. Inside, you'll find an array of fun and exciting tricks that will surprise and delight your audience.