Hofzinser was born at the beginning of the 19th century and lived in vienna during a time called the biedermeier. Conjuring arts is very excited to finally release its exclusive translation of a book that we believe was written by one of j. All this creates an essential work, one that imparts an authentic picture of viennese conjuring in the nineteenth century, told through the life and magic of j. By this effort, he has been able to revise, correct, reconstruct and greatly enlarge what we know of hofzinsers life and card magic. We have to thank ottokar fischer for collecting hofzinsers material about hundred years later. Illustrated with over one hundred drawings from life by marshall d.
Kartenkunste focuses exclusively on card magic, whereas zauberkunste deals with everything else. Conjuring arts is very excited to finally release its an exclusive translation of a book that we believe was written by one of j. Hofzinsers card conjuring ii hofzinsers card conjuring foreword to the second edition it is now over 40 years since hofzinsers card conjuring was published, during most of which time it has been out of print. Roberto giobbis introduction to card magic 3 read me this pdf is meant as an electronic publication, but you may also print and bind it and use it as a book obviously without the benefit of film clips printondemand services such as do this at a very reasonable price. The first real book on advanced card magic ever written in any language. Sharpe test of the tiber 1932 ted annemann 202 methods of forcing 1933 ted annemann en rapport year. Please read our short guide how to send a book to kindle. This ebook describes more than 80 effects created by hofzinser including more than. Hofzinser thus never performed on a stage but perfected the branch of magic today known as closeup. Hofzinser as a stage name after retiring in 1865, but was never a doctor of philosophy.
In the present book, only authentic sources from hofzinsers time will be used. A con man reveals the secrets of the esoteric trade of cheating, scams, and hustles. Books buy one get one free clearance deals magic tricks dvds and books other stuff elite brands magic tricks,magic shops,card tricks,street magic,levitation,magic store,magic supplies. P the first real book on advanced card magic ever written in any language. Science, math and magic books digitized materials rare book. Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publishers book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Ebook the phenomenology reader free pdf online here you will find list of the phenomenology reader free ebooks book by maurice merleauponty on essays suny series in hegelian studies suny. Cloth a bit faded, spine with closed tears above title, internally very good. The conjuring arts research library every summer for the last 3 years has had a special free book download.
Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Hand to hand martin gardner, 1948 1956 the best in magic 112 cards effect themes location multiple cards. On the erotic in renaissance culture, by bette talvacchia. The cabinet of card miracles 1929 theodore annemann later republished as annemanns card miracles hofzinsers card conjuring 1931 johann n. Erdnases expert at the card table for more free downloads and magic tutorials simply click here contents we have amended the original contents to links to the probable most used sleights preface. A deck of cards english translation of ein spiel karten by r. Hofzinser card conjuring pdf johann nepomuk hofzinser hofzinsers card conjuring. Aug 29, 2019 johann nepomuk hofzinser hofzinsers card conjuring. Theyre in rough categories, and ive provided links to places to purchase legitimate print and ebook copies if possible. Hofzinser is one of the most significant magicians to have thrived in the.
Make use of the innovative modern technology that human establishes this day to locate the book taking positions. Hofzinsers card conjuring english and german edition by sharpe, s. By this effort, he has been able to revise, correct, reconstruct. Ottokar fischer marteau, also known as born ottokar fischer november 10, 1873, leschan czech. The magic cafe forums harry loraynes close up card magic. Now this book is interesting for a number of reasons.
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Proteus by phedon bilek pdf download download000534. Hofzinsers card conjuring by johann nepomuk hofzinser. Johann nepomuk hofzinser june 19, 1806 march 11, 1875 was a minor employee at the financial department of the austrianhungarian monarchy. Hofzinser, reconstituted by ottokar fischer, edited by s. Hofzinser presents all of the masters card magic, which was a specialty of this brilliant magician. See more about ottokar fischer at magicpedia, the free online magic encyclopedia. Thirteen effects that use jumbo cards to guarantee jumbo reactions. Coming from a purely sleightofhand background, phedon designs practical methods that actually work, leaving no space for approximation. Hofzinsers card conjuring by johann nepomuk hofzinser, s.
Many of his mechanical plans and cardhandling methods may forever remain a secret. Hofzinser was born at the beginning of the 19th century and lived in vienna during a time. This volume provides an indepth study and explanation of hofzinsers huge contributions to the field. I went through all the recommendations ive found online and compiled my own list of about 500 topnotch books. So it was particularly gratifying to me when, in a letter dated october 31st. Hofzinser s card conjuring johann n hofzinser g0106 150 comedy props patrick page g0107 hand puppets and string puppets waldo s.
Five hundred copies were printed, but eighty were destroyed when the binders premises were laid waste in the london blitz of october, 1940. As far as i went your wording through a detailed study will follow i convinced myself that you always found the proper meaning of both the meaning and the patter of the tricks. Hofzinsers card conjuring by johann nepomuk hofzinser, s h. A deck of cards english translation of ein spiel karten. Plus, his patter is hilarioussort of a cross between a 19th century psychologist and a pirate. Johann nepomuk hofzinser hofzinsers card conjuring. Conjuring tricks with coins, watches, rings and handkerchiefs from modern magic. On the erotic in renaissance culture, by bette talvacchia quickly. Many of these are hard to get and all are out of print.
Hofzinseris one of the most significant magicians to have thrived in the nineteenth century, and has been a role model for great magicians ever since. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. As a magician he was best known for his clever conjuring inventions and refined sleight of hand skills. The problem of card spectator selects twelve cards from the the deck, which are all the same suit as a card previously removed, see also hofzinsers first problem choice of color magic christian. Magic christian has spent years researching hofzinser and discussing his magic with magicians throughout the world.
Johann nepomuk hofzinser june 19, 1806 march 11, 1875 was an austrianhungarian magician and illusionist. Perhaps the most important book on sleightofhand with cards, erdnases. Lesany december 1, 1940 was born in a small village leschan in austrian empire. Karl fulves hofzinsers card tricks read online for free. Jan 09, 2009 the cabinet of card miracles 1929 theodore annemann later republished as annemann s card miracles hofzinser s card conjuring 1931 johann n. If you continue to use this website without changing your cookie settings or you click accept below then you are consenting to this. Next, we are very pleased to offer the emperor of coins.
Hofzinsers card conjuring is an english translation of a book about johann nepomuk hofzinsers card magic, originally written in german by. The book was originally written in german in 1910 and was titled kartenkunste. Wallace budge g0111 santa s workshop amalfi g0112 proud locks egg bag and four ace edward. Hofzinsers card conjuring johann n hofzinser g0106 150 comedy props patrick page g0107. Twenty five routines using, cards, bills and business cards. This article concerns a work by ayyub alhaseb tabari titled tuhfat alghraib. You can find a vast range of free card tricks in library books and sometimes on websites that are. In his day, hofzinser s talents were famous throughout europe. Don marked it as toread jan 02, the email message field is required. Conjuring arts is very excited to finally release its exclusive translation of a book that we.
Hofzinser is one of the most significant magicians to have thrived in the nineteenth century, and has been a role model for great magicians ever since. Hofzinsers card conjuring english and german edition hofzinser, johann n. Johann nepomuk hofzinser june 19, 1806 march 11, 1875 was an austrian hungarian. Conjuring arts is very excited to finally release it s exclusive translation of a book that we believe was written by one of j. This ebook describes more than 80 effects created by hofzinser including more than 100 photos and illustrations. Original clothcovered softcard coversblack titles somewhat marked, but internally good.
We round out our issue with one thousand and one years of persian magic by reza saberi. Allan shaw was one of the great coin magicians of all time but, aside from a few published items and his claim to being one of the inventors of the coin roll, most magicians dont have great familiarity him or his work. The material ranges from card effects to dice tricks and everything in between. This month we are going to focus on hofzinsers card conjuring by ottokar fischer. I daresay the majority of closeup magicians will readily improve their standard of work by adopting just one selection from mr. Two card reverse nice version of the reversed card plot. They offer a different book each week to download in pdf format. Nov 01, 20 magic christian has spent years researching hofzinser and discussing his magic with magicians throughout the world. Hofzinser presents all of the master s card magic, which was a specialty of this brilliant magician. Included are various little known and quite original effects, all of which use everyday. One could argue that hofzinser is the grandfather of closeup magic in particular closeup card magic. Descriptions of card tricks can be found as early as the sixteenth century.
A translation of kartenkunste is also available as ebook from us. This work, whose title translates in english to the gift of wonder, is estimated to date from around 978 to 15 ce and falls into the genre of books of secrets which is more commonly found in the sixteenthcentury italian. Lanchester g0108 the nikola card system louis nikola g0109 self working number magic karl fulves g0110 egyptian magic e. Hofzinser was born at the beginning of the 19th century and lived in vienna during a time called. Hofzinsers card conjuring is an english translation of a book about johann nepomuk hofzinsers card magic, originally written in german by ottokar fischer as kartenkunste in 1910. The effect however is as direct as the last one though i prefer the previous version as it can be done standing. The reception of hofzinser s inventions by dai vernon and many other outstanding card magicians of the twentieth century proves the enduring qualities of his work. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device. The book focuses on the card magic of johan nepomuk hofzinser, considered by many to be the father of modern card magic. He is the inventor of some of the best and most enduring card tricks ever created. The result is this magnificent twovolume set of books, a work that is already considered a. Conjuring, card tricks and circus feats filled the bill.
The magic cafe forums the seminal texts of magic 1. Religion and the african american conjuring tradition yvonne p. The cookie settings on this website are set to allow cookies to give you the best browsing experience possible. Ottokar fischer marteau november 10, 1873 december 1, 1940 was an austrian magician. See more ideas about magic shop, jokes and costume shop. Free and hugely discounted books memberships and subscriptions. Hofzinsers card conjuring magicpedia genii magazine. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. We have to thank ottokar fischer for collecting hofzinser s material about hundred years later. If there is a pdf link, you will need the freely available acrobat viewer.
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