The Paper Engine by Aaron Fisher
Created by: Aaron Fisher
The Paper Engine by Aaron Fisher is a legendary book in the world of card magic, revered for its revolutionary methods and profound insights into performance and technique. After being out of print for over 20 years, the 20th anniversary edition brings this essential work back to life, offering magicians a chance to delve into its innovative approaches to card magic. This book is a must-have for serious card magicians looking to enhance their skills and understanding of card magic.
Key features
- Revolutionary methods in card magic
- Profound insights into performance and technique
- 20th anniversary edition after being out of print for over 20 years
- Highly revered by some of magic's biggest icons
Pros
- Enduring value and scarcity drove prices into hundreds on the secondary market
- Essential work for serious card magicians
- Innovative approaches to card magic
Cons
- May be challenging for beginners due to advanced techniques
- Physical book format may not appeal to everyone
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No gimmicks. Just pure magic! | April 2
Dive into the latest magic happenings with this episode, showcasing standout releases like Fraser Parker's Obsidian, a versatile mind-reading app for iOS and Android that supports multiple languages, and Victor Zatko's Ambitious, a straightforward ambitious card effect that requires no tricky moves. The spotlight also shines on The Paper Engine's 20th Anniversary Edition by Aaron Fisher, revisiting revolutionary card magic methods, and The Invisible Choice by Thomas Riboulet. Beyond tricks, the video shares exciting news, including Ben Williams' free lecture on close-up magic, and features artist Kale Neo. Viewers can enter to win prizes by commenting and get a glimpse of future releases like Concerning the Palming of Cards and the Universal Monsters Collection: Phantom of the Opera by Josh Xanman. Each featured trick brings something unique to the table, from innovative approaches to beginner-friendly designs, though some may challenge your skills or budget.
Takeaways:
- Fraser Parker's Obsidian is a new mind-reading app available for iOS and Android, supporting multiple languages.
- Victor Zatko's Ambitious offers a direct ambitious card effect with no moves or misdirection, suitable for beginners.
- The Paper Engine's 20th Anniversary Edition by Aaron Fisher is back after 20 years, offering revolutionary methods in card magic.
- Ben Williams is offering a free lecture on impactful close-up magic, a great opportunity for aspiring magicians.
- Comment on the video for a chance to win free magic prizes and get your questions answered in the next episode.
- Sneak peeks include upcoming releases on card palming and the Universal Monsters Collection: Phantom of the Opera.