Vernon Chronicles - Volume 1 - eBook DOWNLOAD

Discover the legendary Castle Notebooks of Dai Vernon, one of the most influential figures in modern magic. Vernon Chronicles - Volume 1 opens the archives of Bruce Cervon’s extensive notes, documenting years of close study with “The Professor” during the early 1960s.

After Dai Vernon became the resident legend at the Magic Castle, young close-up magicians Bruce Cervon and Larry Jennings spent countless hours learning directly from him. Cervon carefully recorded these lessons, eventually creating fourteen volumes of private notes known among magicians as The Castle Notebooks.

This first volume presents a valuable collection of over 50 card and coin sleights, tricks, and routines, many of which were published here for the first time. Beyond the explanations of techniques and effects, the book offers insight into Dai Vernon’s approach to magic, including his famous philosophy known as “The Vernon Touch” — a combination of natural handling, psychology, and refined presentation.

The eBook also includes historical anecdotes, rare photographs, memorabilia from Dai Vernon’s private collection, and a biographical essay by Elizabeth Wilson. A must-have reference for magicians interested in close-up magic, card magic, coin magic, and the creative thinking behind some of the most respected techniques in the history of the art.

Details:

• More than 50 card and coin sleights, tricks, and routines
• 270 pages
• 51 illustrations
• 33 historical photographs
• Digital eBook download format

A classic work of magic literature that combines practical instruction, historical background, and valuable insights into the methods and philosophy of Dai Vernon.