The Nth Degree
Created by: John Guastaferro
The Nth Degree by John Guastaferro is a collection of practical, walkaround-style magic tricks, predominantly card-based, designed for amateur and professional magicians alike. It includes a mix of effects that are both visually impressive and within the skill range of most performers, along with insights into magic philosophy, marketing, and performance theory. Ideal for those who enjoy engaging directly with their audience in close-up or social settings.
Key features
- Predominantly card-based magic with some non-card effects
- Designed for walkaround and close-up performances
- Includes performance philosophy and marketing tips
- Accessible to amateurs and professionals alike
Pros
- Practical and visually impressive effects
- Includes valuable insights beyond just tricks
- Accessible to a wide range of skill levels
Cons
- Heavy on card magic, which may not appeal to everyone
- Some effects may require additional practice to perfect
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2024 Magic Book Rankings
This video offers a candid rundown of the creator's top and bottom five magic books from 2024. Highlights include 'The Particle System' for simplifying memorized deck magic, 'Switch' for its innovative bill transformations, 'The Nth Degree' for its practical walkaround tricks, 'Worlds Beyond' for reviving Paul Curry's classics, and 'The Definitive Sanki Reprint' for its exhaustive look at J Sanki's magic. On the flip side, the creator points out shortcomings in 'Diamonds of Performance' for being too theory-heavy, 'Magic Between Friends' for not justifying its price, 'The Magic of Johnny Thompson' for falling short of hype, 'A Floren Spun' for its narrow focus, and 'You Are All Terrible' for its excessive profanity and lackluster humor. The review is balanced, acknowledging each book's merits while explaining the rankings. Plus, there's a plug for Don's Magic & Books as a go-to for rare magic book finds.
Takeaways:
- The creator ranks their top and bottom five magic books from 2024.
- Top picks include books on memorized deck magic and bill transformations.
- Least favorites are critiqued for price-to-content ratio and niche appeal.
- Don's Magic & Books is promoted for rare and out-of-print magic books.
- The video provides honest reviews with a focus on practical value for magicians.