Unlock the Secrets of Classic Magic

Step into the enchanting world of illusion with Magic Made Easy by Walter Gibson, a remarkable digital compilation that brings together over 200 captivating feats, puzzles, and brain teasers. Walter B. Gibson, a name synonymous with magical ingenuity, originally captivated audiences through his popular magic column in Philadelphia’s esteemed Public Ledger newspaper. For the first time, the entire revered run of these columns is meticulously collected in this single, comprehensive publication, offering a unique glimpse into the golden age of accessible magic and mental entertainment. Whether you’re a budding illusionist or a seasoned magic enthusiast, this collection provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the foundational principles and creative expressions of parlor magic.

A Compendium of Enchantment

Within these 246 pages, you'll discover a rich tapestry of simple magic tricks designed to delight and mystify with minimal effort. Beyond the classic card manipulations and coin vanishes, Magic Made Easy ventures into an exciting array of engaging puzzles, clever stunts, and intriguing brain teasers that promise to challenge perception and spark curiosity. While many of the tricks may resonate with those familiar with similar collections of "little tricks," Gibson's genius shines through with several genuine surprises—innovative illusions and forgotten gems that you'll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. This isn't just a book of tricks; it’s a historical archive of a master's contributions to the art of magic, meticulously preserved in this 1st digital edition from 2013.

Master Illusions, Entertain & Amaze

Imagine the joy of effortlessly performing seemingly impossible feats, charming your audience with elegant illusions, or puzzling friends with ingenious brain teasers. Magic Made Easy empowers you to do just that. Each trick is described with Gibson's characteristic clarity, making complex concepts easy to grasp and execute. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to build a repertoire of impressive, yet approachable, magic. Perfect for casual entertainment, family gatherings, or simply honing your own mental dexterity, this collection guarantees hours of fascinating exploration and endless opportunities to amaze. Embark on your magical journey and become the master of mystification with this essential guide from a true legend of magic.

Original Specs

This is a lovely and unusual publication with more than 200 feats described. Walter B. Gibson had a magic column in the Public Ledger, a newspaper in Philadelphia. The entire run of his columns is collected in this publication.

You will find many simple magic tricks as well as some puzzles, stunts and brain teasers. While many will be familiar to most who have read similar collections of little tricks, there are a few real surprises I have not seen anywhere else.

1st digital edition 2013, 246 pages.

Table of Contents

Preface
The Balanced Egg
The Jumping Card
Coin In Handkerchief
The Automatic Matchbox
The Balanced Match
The Multiplying Ball
The Rising Card
The Magic Slip
"Heads I Win"
The Penetrating Coin
Mysterious Smoke
The Knot From Nowhere
Mystery Rings
Magnetic Matches
The Jumping Card
The Bending Pencil
The Fountain Pencil
Self-Rising Matchbox
The Mystic Egg
The Mystic Banana
The Automatic Golf Ball
A Cigarette Trick
Mysterious Cigar Band
The Vanishing Coin
Vanishing Goldfish
The Marvelous Pencil
Doubling Coins
The Coin In The Orange
The Vanishing Water
Coins On Edge
Mysterious Eggs
Mysterious Liquid
Mystic Coins
The Animated Hairpin
A Broken Stick
The Acrobatic Coin
The Mystic Orange
Three Glasses And A Sheet Of Paper
Label Up!
The Magic Napkin
Mysterious Knife
The Glass And The Plate
The Torn Paper
Balanced Glass
Mystic Sugar
The Mystic Seed
The Long Thread
Black And White
A Big Blow
Balanced Golf Balls
Balanced Cigar
Breaking The Apple
Overbalanced Cigarette
The Changing Chip
A Stop Watch
Drop-Away Spool
Bewilderment
Acrobatic Ruler
The Mysterious Coin
Mystic Matches
Naming Unseen Cards
The Transferred Card
Two Cigarettes
Card Detection
Matches In The Box
The Obliging Match
Magnetic Sugar
Changing Coin
The Spinning Egg
Mysterious Watch
Mystic Writing
Traveling Ring
Upright Egg
Upright Match
The Uncanny Ring
Mystic Flame
Color Cards
Tell-Tale Coin
Mystic Totals
Find The Slip
Whirling Cigar
Four Kings
The Dice And The Cup
The Balanced Glass
The Amazing Letter Discs
Colored Crayons
Head Up
In The Card Case
Cup And Coin
Shake Away Coins
Stand Up Match
The Magic Propeller
Moving The Glasses
Adhesive Match Box
The Mysterious Coins
Three Beads
Lighting A Match
Blue And Red
The Coin And The Candle
Handkerchief On String
Vanishing Card
Magic Liquid
The Edible Candle
Magnetic Cigar
The Inverted Glass
The Bouncing Handkerchief
The Mystic Match Trick
Mystic Clock
Mystic Pencil
Jumping Rubber Band
Coin And Hat
The Flying Handkerchief
Dark And Light
The Cloud Of Sugar
Sealed Message Reading
Balanced Cigarettes
Telltale Cigarette
Color-Changing Balloon
Self-Filling Bottle
Three Mystic Dice
The Telltale Watch
The Multiplying Cube
The Four Card Mystery
Coin Vanishing From Handkerchief
Nonburning Cigarette
Coin Through Sleeve
Ring On Handkerchief
Mystic Addition
Magnetic Cards
Brush Away Coin
Jumping Sticks
Turnabout Matches
Mystic Number
Coffee To Milk
The Four Mysterious Aces
Rising Cigarette
Mystic Figures
Coin On Door
The Dry Coin
The Stretched Finger
Loop Through The Coat
The Safety Pins And Ribbons
The Pack And The Handkerchief
The Mysterious Watch
The Mysterious Pack Of Cards
Ball Balanced On Straw
Vanishing Stamp
The Magic Number
Mystic Vanishing Ace
Fly-Away Matches
Self-Lighting Match
The Self-Reversing Pencil
Coin From Paper
The Fall Away Ring
Mystic Loop
Tube, Coin And Paper
Mysterious Dominoes
Mysterious Corks
The Automatic Knot
Balanced Pack Of Cards
Coin From The Glass
The Mystic Vanishing Coin
Finding The Handkerchief
The Restored Match
The Card Clipped In Mid-Air
Mysterious Cross Trick
Crossing The Matches
The Ring On The String
Moving The Matches
The Diminishing Card
Self-Opening Match-Box
Finding Four Aces
Mysterious Paper Balls
Sugar That Burns
Color Changing Paper
The Penetrating Thimble
Vanishing Tobacco
Mystic Glass
Magic Matches
Coin Tell
The Transposed Colors
Tell-Tale Tags
Balanced Golf Balls
Adhesive Thimbles
The Appearing Coin
The Uncut Card
Tough Knuckles
Hindu Rice Trick
Three Color Cards
The Spirit Bell
Magic Writing
The Adhesive Cards
Find The Total
The Magic Crayons
The Mysterious Strainer
The Mystic Straw
The Contrary Cards
The Broken Match
The Ten Dominoes
The Vanishing Coin
The Mystic Q
The Missing Match
Jumpaway Matches
Pencil To Cigarette
Mathematical Mystery
Long Or Short
The Joker Trick
Turnabout Cigarette
The Mystic Flower
Fly Away Coin
Ring On Handkerchief
The Coin And The Paper
The Changing Card
On Or Off
Four Color Stars
The Restored String
Changing Color
Mystic Matches
The Chosen Slip
Vanishing Dime
Those Very Words!
Find The Blank Slip
The Anti-Gravity Cylinder
Instantaneous Transformation
Coin From Roll
The Adhesive Glass
A Paper Tearing Impossibility
Mystic Total
The Magic Loop
Vanishing Thimble

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