The Nth Degree By John Guastaferro. (Instant Download)

The Nth Degree marks the eagerly awaited return of card magic luminary John Guastaferro, nearly 14 years after his seminal work, One Degree. Celebrated for revolutionizing how magicians approach effects through subtle "micro-shifts," Guastaferro's influence has reverberated globally, with One Degree becoming an international bestseller and translated into four languages. Now, The Nth Degree takes this groundbreaking philosophy to unprecedented heights, delivering an exceptional collection designed to transform your card magic.

Mastering The Nth Degree

This extraordinary hardcover book unveils 26 stunning, brand-new card routines, each meticulously refined and rigorously road-tested for maximum impact and entertainment value. From interactive pieces that captivate your audience to innovative approaches for classic four-of-a-kind effects, Guastaferro's sophisticated card magic caters to magicians of all proficiencies and performance styles. Dive into creations like "Blank Slate," a captivating blank deck opener, or the hyper-visual "Double Vanish," a slow-motion deck vanish that subtly enhances his popular "Quadra" effect. Experience "Reign of Tearer," a streamlined torn and restored card effect with an astonishing surprise ending, and discover "Crystal Clear," which adds a fresh, intriguing layer to "Omni Deck" routines. Each routine is a testament to Guastaferro's genius for elevating the ordinary to the extraordinary.

Beyond the Tricks: Sleights and Insights

The Nth Degree is more than just a collection of tricks; it’s a masterclass in magical artistry. You’ll acquire invaluable new sleights such as the "Smooth Criminal Display," the "Hands Off Half Pass," and the "Proximity Peek Control," empowering you to execute routines with finesse and confidence. Complementing the practical magic are six profound essays, delving into critical topics like fostering creativity, overcoming mental blocks, and truly harnessing the power of the "one-degree" concept. These insights offer a roadmap to thinking bigger, clarifying your purpose, and cultivating a unique magical voice.

Exclusive Bonus & Quality Production

Presented in a beautifully produced 158-page hardcover, The Nth Degree features detailed explanations and crystal-clear photographs to ensure every nuance is understood. As an exclusive bonus for Vanishing Inc. customers, purchasers will receive a custom playlist of John Guastaferro's own musical compositions, including unreleased tracks. This unique soundtrack provides the perfect auditory backdrop as you delve into this remarkable book. Don't miss your chance to own this treasure trove of brilliant routines, diabolical sleights, and visionary thinking.

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After nearly 14 years, one of our most highly-anticipated book sequels of all time has finally arrived! Enjoy 26 new, masterful effects from one of card magic’s greatest thinkers.

In 2010, John Guastaferro took the magic community by storm with the launch of One Degree, an influential text showcasing how small micro-shifts are often all that's needed to elevate an effect from ordinary to extraordinary. This beloved book is one of our all-time bestsellers and has since been translated into four different languages.

"There are a few pockets of genuinely good thinking in magic scattered around the world. John Guastaferro occupies one of them."Stephen Minch

With The Nth Degree, John brings this revolutionary idea to its greatest heights with 26 stunning new card tricks. Each routine has been refined and road-tested to reach the pinnacle of methodology and entertainment value. From interactive effects designed to get your audience actively involved to novel new approaches for four-of-a-kind effects, this fresh and sophisticated card magic caters to magicians of all skill levels and styles.

"With The Nth Degree, John continues to raise the bar. Exponentially!"John Bannon

Highlights include:

John’s “Blank Slate” blank deck opener and his hyper-visual, slow-motion deck vanish, “Double Vanish,” which adds a one-degree tweak to his popular “Quadra” effect. His phenomenal matching torn cards effect “Reign of Tearer” is a streamlined handling of Woody Aragon’s “How to Find Your Other Half” that features a surprise ending in which even the eliminated pieces match. You’ll also really love how John adds a new layer to “Omni Deck” routines with “Crystal Clear.”

"Just as someone who loves music can identify a song by Gershwin, a person who loves magic can identify an effect by John Guastaferro. He's that good.”David Regal

Along the way, you’ll learn a ton of valuable new sleights like the Smooth Criminal Display, Hands Off Half Pass, and Proximity Peek Control. There are also six thoughtful essays tackling topics like creativity and how to get out of your own way so you can harness the full power of one-degree changes. Everything is wrapped up in a beautiful 158-page hardcover book with detailed explanations and crystal-clear photographs.

"The Nth Degree is filled with brilliant creations that embody John's talent for fusing optimum effect, presentation, and meaning, into joyful experiences for his audiences.”Jack Carpenter

"Once again, John Guastaferro doesn't just give us a magic book, he gifts us a treasure chest-full of brilliant routines, diabolical sleights, and visionary thinking. Bravo!"Larry Wilmore

The Nth Degree by John Guastaferro gives you a ton of mind-blowing new material while also serving as your guide to thinking bigger, clarifying your purpose, and cultivating your creativity. Grab your copy of this must-have book today!