Art of Magic by T. Nelson Downs - Rare Book

Step aside, amateurs—this is where real magicians roll up their sleeves. T. Nelson Downs' The Art of Magic is nothing short of a milestone in sleight-of-hand mastery—a towering classic by one of the most revered manipulators to ever take the stage. If you’ve already got the basics and you’re ready to elevate your act, this book doesn’t just raise the bar—it defines it. Inside, you'll find: A treasure trove of card miracles—multiple handlings for the Rising Cards, Flying Cards, Four Ace routines, Cards Through Handkerchiefs, and more Over 20 unbeatable coin effects, including Downs' specialty, The Miser’s Dream, explained in a way that only the master himself could Bonus routines with eggs, balls, banknotes, cigarettes, and rope—featuring the legendary Jacoby Rope Tie, a release so deceptive it’s practically a myth But Downs doesn’t stop at the mechanics. He goes deeper, giving you complete patter scripts, performance tips, and alternate handlings—offering the kind of insight that’s