Gibecière by Stephen Minch - Vol 5 No 1 (Winter 2010, (Instant Download)

Discover the Rich History of Magic with Gibecière Vol 5 No 1

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of magic's past with Gibecière, Volume 5, Number 1 (Winter 2010 issue). Expertly curated by renowned editor Stephen Minch, this instant download delivers a treasure trove of historical magic insights directly to your device. Recognized globally as a premier journal for magic scholars and enthusiasts alike, Gibecière continues its tradition of presenting meticulously researched articles that illuminate forgotten techniques, influential figures, and the fascinating evolution of illusion. This specific issue is packed with unique contributions, offering a deep dive into various specialized areas of magical history, ensuring every page provides valuable knowledge and profound appreciation for the art.

Uncover Groundbreaking Card Magic Insights

This robust edition features an engaging article by the legendary Martin Gardner, meticulously tracing the intriguing history and development of a specialized spelling effect using playing cards. Complementing this, William Kalush provides an expansive look at the general history of the 'speller' card trick, a cornerstone of close-up magic. A truly exceptional inclusion is the facsimile reproduction of Dr. Elliott’s original handwritten manuscript on the '3 Card Speller,' offering an unparalleled glimpse into the mind of a master magician and the historical context of this classic effect. These pieces together offer an exhaustive exploration of one of magic’s most enduring and ingenious card principles.

Journey Through Global Magical Traditions

Expanding its global perspective, Gibecière presents another compelling article by Mitsunobu Matsuyama, continuing his invaluable series on the history of Japanese magic. Matsuyama's work consistently brings to light unique cultural contributions and historical developments in a region often less documented in Western magic literature. Furthermore, magic historians will rejoice at the inclusion of a newly discovered and possibly unique 19th-century French pamphlet by Antoine Castelli, titled 'Amusemens physiques.' This meticulously translated work offers a rare window into the popular entertainments and magical curiosities that captivated audiences in historical France. This issue is an essential resource for anyone dedicated to understanding the global tapestry of magic.

Original Specs

Magic lovers rejoice! Due to the great efforts of our editor Stephen Minch the Winter 2010 issue of Gibecière is now off the press and available for purchase. This issue of the journal is robust and includes a fascinating article by Martin Gardner on the history of a specialized spelling effect with cards. Also included is an article by William Kalush on the general history of the speller which includes a facsimile reproduction of Dr. Elliott’s handwritten manuscript on the 3 card speller. Once again we are privileged to include another glimpse at the history of Japanese magic by Mitsunobu Matsuyama. After all that we still found room to include a translation of a newly discovered and possibly unique 19th century French pamphlet by Antoine Castelli entitled Amusemens physiques.