A close-up view of hands skillfully manipulating playing cards, specifically showing a card with an Ace of Spades. The book titled 'Close-Up Magic Secrets' by Diamond Jim Tyler is prominently displayed, focusing on techniques and tricks for mesmerizing card magic.
A close-up view of hands expertly fanning a deck of playing cards, displaying the ace of clubs. The book titled 'Close-Up Magic Secrets' by Diamond Jim Tyler is prominently featured, aimed at teaching readers various magic tricks and techniques using card sleight of hand.

Close-Up Magic Secrets

Dover Publications SKU: 52924 Barcode: 9780486478913

$14.95

Move objects with your mind, pass coins through tables, escape police restraints, and reveal other people's thoughts! Diamond Jim Tyler shows how to transform an ordinary act into a truly entertaining show. Learn 29 routines that include several original tricks as well as many tried-and-true crowd pleasers.
Written for beginners and used by pros, this guide is designed for illusionists performing in small venues — bars, restaurants, and other places where audiences will be watching from close range. Its tricks for every type of magician include a variety of routines involving cards, money, fire, mind-reading, and comedy. Diamond Jim offers tips on patter and a helpful glossary of magic jargon. More than 300 photographs illustrate his easy-to-follow instructions.

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