Sleight of Hand Book by Edwin Sachs - Book

Sleight of Hand by Edwin Sachs just might be the number one best book ever written on magic. The standard textbook on how to become a magician. Sleight of hand feats and tricks with apparatus for amateur and profesional conjurers, and for both parlor and stage performance. This is the famous book that for many years has been the ultimate reference for anyone interested in magic by means of sleight of hand. All effects are performed with everyday objects or props that are easy to find: cards, coins, silks, etc. Magic of this kind can be performed anytime, anywhere. Chapters include: Chapter I - Palming Chapter II - Tricks with Coins Chapter III - Tricks with Common Objects Chapter IV - Tricks with Cups and Balls Chapter V - Tricks with Handkerchiefs Chapter VI - Chinese Tricks Chapter VII - Tricks at Table Chapter VIII - Tricks with Cards Chapter IX - General Remarks Chapter X - The Table and Dress Chapter XI - Sleights and Properties for General Use Chapter XII - Tricks with Cards Chapter XIII - Tricks with Handkerchiefs and Gloves Chapter XIV - Tricks with Coins Chapter XV - Miscellaneous Chapter XVI - The Cornucopian Hat Chapter XVII - Tricks with Watches and Live Stock Chapter XVIII - Sham Mesmerism, Clairvoyance, &c. Chapter XIX - Some Up-To-Date Tricks Chapter XX - Final Instructions Bibliography Index