Marlo's Magazines by Ed Marlo and Vanishing Inc.

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Marlo's Magazines is a six-volume box set that compiles the legendary work of Ed Marlo, one of the most influential card magicians in history. To an audience, the material represents the foundation of modern card magic, featuring groundbreaking techniques, routines, and theoretical insights that have shaped the art form. While the set itself is not a single trick, it contains the origins of many classic sleights and effects that magicians still use today.

Full details

The set includes over 2,250 pages of Marlo’s most influential writings, originally published in limited hand-numbered editions of just 300 copies each. The reprint by Vanishing Inc. enhances the original material with digitally improved illustrations and incorporates Marlo’s personal corrections. Key highlights include:

• Classic techniques: The Punch Deal, Marlo’s Convincing Control, and the Snap Change all debuted in these magazines.
• Deep dives: Comprehensive studies on Card-to-Pocket handlings, Ace Assemblies, and Oil and Water variations.
• Unpublished material: Over 200 effects and sleights per volume, many of which remain foundational to card magic.

The deluxe edition is limited to 100 numbered copies, making it a collector’s item for serious enthusiasts.

Who should consider the trick

This set is ideal for:

• Serious card magicians who want to study advanced techniques and theory.
• Collectors of rare magic literature, given the limited availability of the deluxe edition.
• Historians of magic interested in the evolution of card handling.

Beginners may find the material challenging, as Marlo’s work assumes a strong foundation in card magic.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The techniques in Marlo's Magazines range from intermediate to advanced. Many routines require precise sleight-of-hand and a deep understanding of card magic principles. While some effects are performable with practice, others serve more as theoretical studies.

What magicians say

• Andi Gladwin (Vanishing Inc.) calls it a "must-have for serious students of card magic," emphasizing Marlo’s foundational contributions.
• Murphy’s Magic describes the set as a "masterclass in card magic theory and execution," noting that even magicians unfamiliar with Marlo likely use techniques he pioneered.
• Magic Orthodoxy suggests the books are best suited for advanced cardicians, though the review acknowledges their historical significance.

For those dedicated to card magic, Marlo's Magazines offers an unparalleled resource for study and performance. The limited edition ensures exclusivity, while the content provides timeless value for magicians at all levels.