Magic Of Ascanio Vol.2 - Studies Of Card Magic by Arturo Ascanio

Build a deeper understanding of Arturo Ascanio’s card magic with The Magic of Ascanio, Volume 2: Studies of Card Magic. This volume explores the Ascanio Spread, its variants and lay-downs, then shows Ascanio’s theories at work across classic routines.

Study Ascanio’s approach through routines including Oil and Water using the Ascanio Spread, Father Ace and Sons, The Wriggling Aces and A Baroque Transposition. The book also examines card magic by Kaps, Carles, Dany Ray, Fu Manchu and Ed Marlo, presented with Ascanio’s treatment.

• In-depth sleight studies: Explore the Ascanio Spread, its variants and the related lay-downs.
• Routines and repertoire: Discover Ascanio’s favorites, classics and lesser-known pieces across several chapters.
• Practical theory: See concepts such as misdirection, slow execution and conditioned naturalness discussed through examples.
• Forewords by respected card magicians: Roberto Giobbi and Aurelio Paviato introduce the volume.
• Extensively illustrated: 320 pages and 390 illustrations support your study.

For card magicians interested in thoughtful construction and Ascanio’s influence on the art, this volume offers a substantial collection to study and revisit. The Wriggling Aces, part of Ascanio’s winning act at FISM in Amsterdam in 1970, offers a glimpse into the repertoire behind his legacy.