Discover the Definitive Guide to Classic Prop Magic

Unlock the secrets of timeless illusion with Robert J. Albo's 'Classic Magic with Apparatus' (Classic Magic series, vol. 2), now exclusively available as an instant digital download from Conjuring Arts and the Albo family. This essential PDF volume is a treasure trove for any magician dedicated to mastering prop-based conjuring. Dr. Albo, with the able assistance of magic greats Patrick Page and Marvin Burger, presents a comprehensive exploration of effects designed to baffle and delight every audience, offering a unique blend of history, theory, and practical application.

A Deep Dive into Magical Apparatus

Beyond simply teaching tricks, Dr. Albo offers a captivating journey into the history of the world's finest magical craftsmen from Europe and the U.S.A. He then meticulously dissects the props they created, providing unparalleled detail on every element that makes for great magic. This 247-page masterpiece is filled with thorough written explanations and an abundance of illustrations, ensuring that even complex mechanics and historical context are easily understood. Whether you're a seasoned performer looking to refine your act or an eager novice seeking foundational knowledge, this book provides the expertise needed to perform truly classic magic with apparatus.

Master a Pantheon of Prop-Based Wonders

'Classic Magic with Apparatus' is systematically divided into five extensive chapters, each dedicated to a specific category of props. Delve into thirty-seven intricate effects with blocks, fourteen different constructions of drawer boxes, ten captivating mirror illusions, and sixteen astonishing cage routines. Learn the inner workings of legendary effects like the Baffling Blocks, the Davenport Cabinet, the Expanding Ball, and a wealth of intricate bird-production routines. From the subtle mechanics of a vanishing die to the grandeur of a full bird cage appearance, this fully searchable digital volume covers it all, making it an indispensable resource for elevating your magical repertoire and understanding the rich history behind these timeless conjuring marvels.

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Classic Magic with Apparatus (Classic Magic series, vol. 2) by Robert J. Albo ( Instant Download )

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The definitive guide to the greatest prop-based magic ever created.

All magicians seeking to perform or learn more about prop-based conjuring owe it to themselves to have this book in their library. Ably assisted by the great Patrick Page and Marvin Burger, Dr. Robert J. Albo explores effects that will baffle and delight every audience.

After offering readers fascinating insight into the history of the finest magical craftsmen in both Europe and the U.S.A., Dr. Albo turns his attention to the props they produced. Dr. Albo’s study is a deep dive into the details of every element of the props that make for great magic, combining thorough written explanations and illustrations aplenty.

Divided into five chapters, Classic Magic with Apparatus covers tricks with blocks (thirty-seven effects), Drawer Boxes (fourteen different constructions), mirrors (ten effects), and cages (sixteen effects), boasting comprehensive explanations of classics including the Baffling Blocks, the Davenport Cabinet, and the Expanding Ball, alongside a wealth of bird-production routines.

247 pages. Fully searchable text with extensive illustrations.

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Full contents:

—Table of Contents
—Foreword by Robert J. Albo
—Magic Craftsmen Past and Present
—Chapter One—Blocks:
Die Box and Chimney Vanishes
Phantom Die Cabinet
Die Flyto
Block Transposition
Mysterious Die, Flag and Casket
Block-Go
Vanishing and Reappearing Block
Block Box
Die Drawer Box
Appearing Die in Crystal Casket
Baffling Blocks (ABC Blocks)
Passe-Passe Jumbo Dies
Goblin Die
Block and Ribbon Release
Block and Cage Transposition
Die to Canary
Eric Lewis’ Miraculous Blocks
Confusing Blocks
Find-the-Lady Cubes
Squeeze-Away Block
Vanishing Three Blocks
Die, Cage and Canary
Block Penetration
Vanishing Die in Mirror Box
Block Release
Histead Block Release
Rod and Block Release
Visible Penetrating Block (Vampire Block)
Visible Block Release
Cube of Confucius
Miniature Visible Block Penetration
Altar of Allah
House of Chin Lee
Bewildering Blocks (Cube Libre)
Blue Phantom
Architect’s Nightmare
Mysterious Blocks
—Chapter Two—Drawer Boxes:
Standard Drawer Box
Reversible Drawer Box
Double-Load Drawer Box
Dissecting Double-Load Drawer Box
Ultimate Drawer Box
Removable Drawer Box
Changing Coin Slide
Enchanted Bells
Watch-Vanish Drawer Box
Double-Coin Drawer Box
Exchange Drawer Box
Egyptian Cabinet
Production Drawer Cabinet
Davenport Cabinet
—Chapter Three—Mirrors:
Mirror Glasses and Vases
Mirror Casket
Mirror Glass Turntable
Enchanted Hand Mirror
Rose Mirror (Hofzinser)
Magic Looking Glass
Flash Handkerchief Vanish
Mirror Boxes
Utility Tube
Miraculous Glass Cylinder
—Chapter Four—Cages:
Martin Bird Cage
Cage Transposition
Bird Production Cage I
Bird Production Cage II
Bird Production Cage III
Bird Production Cage IV
Dove-Cage Vanish and Reappearance
Vanishing Cage on Stand
Magic Incubator
Balloon to Rabbit Cag
Vanishing Bird Cage (Non-Rigid)
Vanishing Bird Cage (Rigid)
Giant Vanishing Cage
Phoenix (Target to Cage)
Appearing Cage (Ireland)
Marvelous Incubator Cage
—Chapter Five—Miscellaneous:
Kuma Tubes
Pyramid Production
Rabbit Transposition
Expanding Ball

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