hillcountrymagic
$175.00
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Both books Inscribed by Slydini in 1980.
AMAZING FIND
The Cover of the Photographs book has some wear from rubbing, but everything else is in fantastic condition.
Authored and edited by Karl Fulves with photography by Arthur Manfredi, The Best of Slydini... and More (1976) is widely regarded as one of the definitive masterclasses in close-up magic. The two-volume set features an innovative format that splits the work into a dedicated text volume and a separate companion photograph volume containing over 1,000 photos. This side-by-side design allows readers to study the text while following a "stop-motion" visual breakdown of Slydini's exact body positioning, eye contact, and hand mechanics. More than just a collection of tricks, the text deeply explores Tony Slydini's core philosophy of misdirection, emphasizing timing, psychological conviction, natural posture, and the seamless coordination of movement and voice.
The set consolidates and expands upon Slydini’s earlier works (The Magic of Slydini and Slydini Encores) alongside previously unpublished routines and sleights. It features complete breakdowns of his most iconic masterpieces, including Paper Balls Over the Head, Paper Balls in the Box, The Helicopter Card, his legendary Coin Classics (such as Six Coins and English Penny), The Purse Frame, and his torn-and-restored cigarette routines. Additionally, the set details signature technical weapons like the Slydini Switch, the sweep technique, sleeving, and his sophisticated lapping methods, serving as a comprehensive guide to turning simple close-up props into miraculous illusions.
