Classic Quintet by Richard Osterlind

Five professional routines from a legendary mentalist—revised, re-illustrated, and ready to perform.

Classic Quintet combines two long out-of-print books by Richard Osterlind into one newly revised and beautifully re-illustrated volume. These aren’t just historical curiosities—they are time-tested, real-world routines that have amazed audiences for decades and can become featured pieces in your own show.

Each effect has been meticulously updated by Richard himself, with outdated references removed and sleights refined for modern performers. The book includes detailed, artist-led illustrations by Shaun Robison, making the handling easier to follow than ever before. As Jim Sisti brings it all together in a high-quality production, this is no ordinary reprint—this is a brand-new classic.

What’s Inside:

• The Glass of Water Production – As performed by Paul Daniels on TV

• The Borrowed Ring in Balloon Dog – A fun and baffling audience-pleaser

• The Linking Finger Rings – A signature routine perfected over 50 years

• The Marked Borrowed Coin in Bottle – A miracle that stunned magicians at Tannen’s Jubilee

• The Miracle Flying Cards – A jaw-dropping effect that left even Harry Lorayne speechless

Key Features:

• 5 powerful routines from Osterlind’s professional repertoire

• Revised text and updated handling with current materials in mind

• All-new illustrations by Shaun Robison

• Clean, accurate, and performer-friendly descriptions

• Ideal for stage, parlor, or close-up magic