The Long Goodbye- by Stephen Minch & Stephen Hobbs

An underground legend, finally revealed.
For decades, Geoffrey Latta’s name echoed in whispers among serious coin magicians—his technique, theory, and flawless execution regarded as among the finest ever seen. Now, with The Long Goodbye, his full body of work is preserved in a single, extraordinary volume.

This comprehensive 344-page book, illustrated with over 720 photographs, documents 48 powerful routines and 25+ original sleights, showcasing a magician whose creativity and technical command helped shape modern coin magic. Latta’s contributions go far beyond sleight-of-hand—his work reveals deep psychological thinking, refined structure, and effortless misdirection.

From the famed Retention of Vision Vanish to advanced palm shifts, Geoff Latta’s magic is as deceptive as it is elegant. Those who knew him—legends like David Roth, Eric Mead, Mike Gallo, and Jamy Ian Swiss—speak of his artistry with awe. This is a book for magicians who demand clarity, precision, and beauty in their work.

Why The Long Goodbye belongs in your library:

• 48 complete tricks, built on brilliant and deceptive structure

• 25+ original sleights, many previously unpublished

• 720+ step-by-step photographs for crystal-clear instruction

• Full chapters on construction, psychology, and theory

• Praise from top coin workers: Roth, Gallo, Swiss, Mead, Regal, and more

• A modern classic to stand beside Bobo and Roth

Whether you're a student of coin magic or a seasoned performer, The Long Goodbye is a definitive resource—one that will push your thinking and inspire your work for years to come.

Own the legacy. Study the system. Master the magic of Geoffrey Latta.