Gilbert's Table Magic: Coin and Handkerchief Tricks

by Alfred Carlton Gilbert

Make coins vanish and reappear, make handkerchiefs change color, and make friends, family, and other audiences gasp with delight at your dazzling sleight-of-hand tricks. You can learn the secrets behind dozens of classic maneuvers from Alfred C. Gilbert, a manufacturer of magic kits. The renowned toymaker shared his conjuring secrets in Gilbert Coin Tricks and Gilbert Handkerchief Magic. Published a century ago, these two charming guides are now available in this new single-volume edition.
Geared toward young readers, Gilbert's Table Magic abounds in simple, clearly illustrated instructions that provide insights into ageless entertainments. The tricks are divided into two sleight-of-hand tricks that call for patience, practice, and determination; and a series of tricks that require practically no skill and that anyone can quickly learn. A treasury of tricks for every style of aspiring magician, this book is ideal for both serious magic enthusiasts and more casual readers.

144 pages, Paperback

Published November 16, 2016

Reviews

[Catherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

A reprint of a book first published in 1920, it's a fun read for the nostalgia. It is addressed to young boys who want to amaze their friends. Helpful advice is given such as to practice as much as possible without letting it interfere with schoolwork.
Each trick is accompanied by drawings to aid in execution. Each trick builds on the last so there is no searching for tricks one might actually be able to do. This makes the book dull when trying to read all at once.
Can't help but think that YouTube would be a better source for someone who actually wanted to learn magic tricks.

[Roxanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a Goodreads win review. This is the first book I have ever read about magic tricks. It is rally cute and my nephew will be using it.