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Tear No-Tear Pad - Large (FT)
22261 (R4-1-2)
A very clever prop that will allow you to perform a Mind Blowing feat of mentalism. The spectator cannot, and then can, tear the paper! You can use it for close up or even on stage. Large Model (8.25″ X 5.75”).
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Instant Puzzle Cube (FT)
22251 (M5-11-4)
A "Rubik's" cube is shown all around and then placed inside a box. The cover is then placed over the box. When the cover is lifted, the cube is completely solved. The box and cover can also be shown empty.
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Dream Bag - 6 Boxes (FT)
22247 (R3-2-2)
An ordinary paper grocery bag is shown to be empty to the spectators. The magician casts his spell, and Wow! - 6 large boxes (clear boxes with flowers inside) are produced!
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Dice From Bag – Large (FT)
22246 (M6-17-3)
The performer displays an empty bag. The audience can see it is completely empty…There is even a window on the front of the bag. Reaching into the bag the magician produces 5 large dice!
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Crystal Ball Casket (FT)
22244 (M6-16-4)
Start by presenting a transparent box to your audience with a large colored ball inside. Take out the ball and vanish it. With a few magic words, the box fills instantaneously with the large colored ball again!
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Nested Multiplying Balls (Right Handed) – Stainless Steel (FT)
22180 (M8-2-4)
One Ball at the magician’s fingertips visibly multiplies to two, then three, and finally four. Beautifully crafted from Stainless Steel (approximately 1.75″ in diameter). Right handed.
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Flying Rhinestones (FT)
22177 (R8-1-1)
Performer displays a Die with Rhinestones for the Spots and a small stick (your mini Magic Wand).The Die is displayed to show the stones on all sides, then tossed on the table, and the rhinestones vanish from the Die and appear on the wand!
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Flower Pots from Bag (FT)
22176 (M6-12-3)
The performer displays an empty bag. The audience can look right into this, and see it is empty. Reaching into the bag he produces a large flower pot with colourful flowers, then another and another - a total of 4 pots in different colors.
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Light and Heavy Chest by G & L Magic
22146 (M1-14-3)
The little child can lift the chest but the bigger adults cannot!
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Straight Jacket Escape (E-ZX)
19357 (M8-3-3)
You will escape from this adult sized straight jacket.
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Tarbell Complete Course in Magic - Vol. 1-8 (Lessons 1-103, 3 Indexes)
BK19179 (kit)
The full 8 volume set of the "Tarbell Course in Magic" by Harlan Tarbell. Includes Lessons 1-103. Volume 7 contains 'The Last Word,' a Title Index, a Name Index and a Category Index for Volumes 1-7. MAP price: $249.95
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13 Steps to Mentalism by Corinda
BK14726 (L10-1-1,2,3,4)
Corinda produced a now classic encyclopedia of mental magic. Topics include Telepathy, precognition, cold reading, hot reading & more. 424 Pages, fully illustrated, hardcover. Printed on high quality 60 lb opaque paper. MAP price: $30.95.
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Metamorpho Spots (FT)
14293 (M6-9-2)
The spots jump from the can to the silks.
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We offer books on card tricks, mentalism, coin magic, learning beginner magic in many genres, professional magic, table magic, close-up magic, magic for entertaining children or making a business from your love of magic.  We have seminal historical books, books on hypnotism, patter, doves, ventriloquism, juggling, clowning, fire, cigarettes, dice, sleight of hand, puzzles, ropes, mouth coils, reels, change bags, flowers, silks, handkerchiefs, strings, sponge balls, cups, canes, ball and tube, linking rings, handcuffs, hot rods, flash paper, balloons, wiztax, and many more. Browse our wide selection.  D. Robbins & Company currently offers over 330 magic books at our fantastic wholesale level pricing.  

 

These books are written by some of the most world renowned magicians, past and present.  Harry Lorayne, Jean Hugard, Walter Gibson and Harlan Tarbell are a few of the magicians whose books we carry.  D. Robbins publishes and sells the complete 8 volume Tarbell Course in Magic, available as individual books or as a set.   

 

Our collection of magical works is great for all types of magicians.  We have magic books for amateur magicians who are just starting their career in the phenomenal and ever-growing world of magic.  We have books for professional magicians that are looking to either improve their routines or add an entirely new type of magic to their performance.  Books that specialize in coin magic, table magic, close-up magic, rope magic, silk magic and more are available, as are books that combine some of these magical disciplines. 

 

In addition to books on magic, we also offer books that help improve juggling skills, teach how to create balloon animals and sculptures and how to become a world class clown or ventriloquist.  

 

The D. Robbins magic book collection allows any magician to find a book to help them improve their act. 

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Card Fare by J. Hartman
Jerry Hartman teaches handling of cards and card routines. 60 pages booklet. Set of all 5 books by Hartman is available.
BK14483 (W1-2)
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Card Manipulations by J. Hugard
This card magic books teaches over 160 tricks.
BK14489 (L2-2-2)
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Thats Magic - 40 Foolproof Tricks by R. Jones
With just a few simple household props and a little practice, beginners will soon be amazing their friends and family. 40 astonishing trick and 260 clear and precise step-by-step color photos.
BK14723 (L1-2-1)
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Encyclopedia of Card Tricks by J. Hugard - Paperback
Hugard teaches hundreds of card tricks. Paperback.
BK18370 (L4-2-1)
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Professional Magic for Amateurs by W. Gibson
Gibson teaches stage magic for amateurs.
BK14658 (L4-2-2)
Out of Stock
Sterling Giant Book of Card Tricks
Bob Longe adapted this book from 3 prior books, teaches some great card tricks, and clearly explains a good number of basic techniques. Written for the beginner, but fairly comprehensive, so an intermediate card magician will find much here.
BK14714 (L5-3-1)
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New Magicians Manual by W. Gibson
Learn magic using commonly used items.
BK14634 (L4-1-4)
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Best of All Worlds - 10th Anniversary Edition
Filled with history, stories, and, most of all, magic, Best of All Worlds pays tribute to one of the greatest card tricks of all time: Paul Curry's classic card effect Out of This World.
BK21415 (L2-3-2)
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Find the Ace - a Book about 3 Card Monte by L. Behnke
Leo Behnke helps you learn the secrets of performing Three Card Monte.
BK11965 (L5-1-4)
Out of Stock
Pabular Book #1 - The Magazine of Close-up Magic, Vol. 1and 2
24 issues of Pabular, a magic magazine covering several disciplines of tricks.
BK14645 (L4-2-3)
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The Last Greatest Magician in the World: Thurston vs Houdini by J. Steinmeyer
The seminal biography of the magician's magician, Howard Thurston, a man who surpassed Houdini in the eyes of showmen and fans and set the standard for how stage magic is performed today. Paperback, 400 pages.
BK21212 (L14-3-3)
Out of Stock
Bar Bets to Win Big Bucks: Money-Making Tricks and Brainteasers
A book of tricks that will amaze and confound viewers — and maybe even win a couple of bucks in a friendly bar bet. The feats range from balancing a dime on the edge of a dollar bill to rolling a cue ball under a stick placed across a pool table.
BK21486 (L1-3-3)
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Means and Ends by J. Hartman
Learn several new routines based on the subject of card magic. Set of all 5 books is available.
BK14620 (L6-2-4) (W6-2-1)
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Pabular Book #2 - The Magazine of Close-up Magic, Vol. 3 and 4
24 issues of Pabular, a magic magazine covering several disciplines of tricks.
BK14646 (L4-2-3)
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Herrmann the Great's Wizard Manual
One of history's most acclaimed and successful magicians provides clear and concise explanations of more than 100 tricks and illusions. Alexander Herrmann performed these very feats in countless sold-out stage shows around the world.
BK21487 (L4-3-1)
Out of Stock
Sleight of Hand by E. Sachs
Sachs teaches how to perform sleight of hand magic with a slew of objects.
BK13939 (L4-2-2)
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Loose Ends by J. Hartman
Hartman teaches a plethora of card magic and sleights. Complete set of 5 Hartman's books is available.
BK14587 (L6-2-4) (W3-2)
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Pabular Book #3 - The Magazine of Close-up Magic, Vol. 5 and 6
24 issues of Pabular, a magic magazine covering several disciplines of tricks.
BK14647 (L4-2-3)
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Card Circus by Screenivas
This book by Screenivas covers different card tricks.
BK11521 (L2-3-1)
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Diamond Jim Tyler's Mini Magic Marvels
The author of Dover’s Close-Up Magic Secrets and Bar Bet$ To Win Big Buck$ is back to teach you new magic tricks that are sure to impress your family and friends.
BK21626 (L3-3-3)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #6 - Vol. 17, 18, 19
These three issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12076 (L5-1-2)
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A Book of Magic for Young Magicians by A.Z. Kronzek
This entertaining how-to book was prepared especially for young, beginning magicians. Simple directions and clearly drawn diagrams enable beginners to master a host of dazzling deceptions.
BK14672 (L1-2-3)
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Pabular Book #4 - The Magazine of Close-up Magic, Vol. 7 and 8
24 issues of Pabular, a magic magazine covering several disciplines of tricks.
BK18367 (L4-2-3)
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Strutters Complete Guide to Clown Makeup by J. Roberts
The best book on how to apply clown make-up, with step by step photos and drawings.
BK10438 (L3-2-3)
Out of Stock
Hugards Magic Monthly #1 - Vol 1, 2, 3, 4
These four issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12061 (L5-1-2)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #4 - Vol. 11, 12, 13
These three issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12070 (L5-1-3)
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Secrets of Houdini by J.C. Cannell
Cannell teaches all of the magical secrets of Houdini.
BK13408 (L2-2-4)
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Bottom Collectors by Father Cyprian
52 page manuscript by Fr. Cyprian describing the card problem of making 3 chosen cards appear between 4 aces. Many methods/variations of performing this card routine are explained. Collectors Item from 1971.
BK20099 (L2-3-2)
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The Unmasking of Robert Houdin - Annotated Edition by Harry Houdini
Houdini's personal copy of his book, first published 110 years ago, with annotated pages written in his hand. Published for the first time since Houdini himself made these unseen additions and changes. Deluxe bound copy - limited production.
BK20926 (L13-3-2)
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Easy Magic Tricks by J. Leeming
Leeming teaches tricks using simple props and household items. For children of all ages.
BK20946 (L4-3-2)
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Houdini on Magic, Edited by W. Gibson and M. Young
Over 40 tricks with instructions provided by Houdini himself.
BK14557 (L5-2-4)
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Magicians Tricks by H. Hatton and A. Plate
Learn over 140 tricks over several areas of magic.
BK14611 (L5-3-4)(L6-21)
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Magic of Merriment - Indian Showcase Series Book #2
This book teaches a handful of classic magic tricks.
BK11554 (L3-3-1)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #3 - Vol. 8, 9, 10
These three issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12067 (L5-1-3)
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Lethal Magic - Using Lethal Tender Coin Set
Learn over 30 routines and tricks using special coins.
BK14583 (L3-3-3)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #2 - Vol. 5, 6, 7
These three issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12064 (L5-1-3)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #5 - Vol. 14, 15, 16
These three issues teach hundreds of magic tricks.
BK12073 (L5-1-2)
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Hugards Magic Monthly #7 - Vol. 20, 21
Hugards #7 will complete your set! HAS TESTIMONIAL TO HUGARD PLUS MASTER INDEX / CROSS-INDEXED / Dimensions: 9″ x 11″
BK12079 (L5-1-4)
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Virtual Foolery by GeMiNi: The Greater Magic Network Columnists
A collection of writings about magic from multiple magicians.
BK13444 (L1-2-3)
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101 Easy to Do Magic Tricks by B. Tarr
Bill Tarr teaches stage magic and pocket tricks.
BK13936 (L4-1-4)
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Left Handed Gun - A Mystery Lesson on Billy the Kid by A. Smith
Learn tricks inspired by Billy the Kid.
BK14580 (L4-3-1)
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Close-Up Magic Secrets by Diamond Jim Tyler
Tyler teaches close up magic.Move objects with your mind, pass coins through tables, escape police restraints, and reveal other people's thoughts!
BK20027 (L2-2-4)
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How to Make a Living as a Professional Magician by Magnus
Magnus teaches how to master 'Business First, Sleight-of-Hand Later' and become professional magician.
BK21257 (L4-3-4)
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Kardyros Kard Konjuring by Senor Torino
A great book for learning card magic.
BK11341 (L6-3-2, W8-2-2)
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Jean Hugards Complete Course in Modern Magic (HUGARDS MANUAL)
Learn from a master in Jean Hugard's Complete Course in Modern Magic. This manual provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for hundreds of tricks, often accompanied by diagrams.
BK21634 (L3-2-3)
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Colorful Magic by D. Ginn
Over 100 pages of some never before seen magic from Ginn.
BK20597 (L3-1-3)
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Hugards Annual of Magic (1937-1939)
Hugard's history of several magic disciplines over a three year span.
BK19344 (L5-1-3)
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Around the World with a Magician and a Juggler by H. Burlingame
Learn both magic tricks and juggling acts. Unique Experiences in Many Lands. From the Papers of the late Baron Hartwig Seeman, “The Emperor of Magicians” and William D’Alvini, Juggler, “Jap of Japs”.
BK19353 (L1-2-2)
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David Copperfield - History of Magic
David Copperfield profiles twenty-eight of the world’s most groundbreaking magicians. The incredible stories are complemented by over 100 never-before-seen photographs of artifacts from Copperfield’s exclusive Museum of Magic in Las Vegas.
BK21971 (L2-2-3)
Out of Stock
Korean Tarbell - Complete Course Volumes 1-8
All 8 Tarbell books written in Korean. (Please note - Korean.)
BK19992 (O0-2-3)
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Magic on the Air: Ideas for radio magic, podcasts, and ZOOM shows by Ian Fenn
Combining the extensive research of Ian Fenn with the previously unpublished thoughts of Arthur Setterington, this book aims to help magicians make the most of radio, podcasts, and Zoom shows. Hardcover, 273 pages.
BK22167 (L2-2-3)
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