The Card Magic of Nick Trost

Nick Trost is well known for his simple, easy-to-do brand of card magic. He uses subtle moves and principles rather than difficult sleight of hand to produce entertaining card effects. This book contains 122 of his best tricks, plus variations of these effects by fellow magicians. Among the tricks included are such gems as Double Pinochle with an Elevator Finish, Matched Picture Cards, Eighteen-Card Poker and Blind-Sight. A few of the areas covered - Coincidences, Court Cards, The Four Aces, Gambling Tricks, Revealments, Special Decks, Packet Tricks, ESP Cards. Hardcover, 6 x 9, full-color dust jacket. 336 pages.