Wonderful Routines of Magic by Ellison Poland

Back in print at last! Wonderful Routines of Magic by Ellison Poland is a legendary treasure among magic books—now available as a beautifully bound hardcover with an elegant dust jacket. This long-lost gem delivers over 250 pages of expertly crafted routines for close-up and stage performance alike.

Focusing on coins, cards, and close-up magic, this collection features 55 carefully explained effects from some of magic’s most creative minds, including seven original routines by Bill Spooner and the acclaimed Milliken’s Transposition. From innovative Okito Box techniques to deceptive card shuffles and powerful coin flourishes, this book is both a practical guide and a historical showcase of sleight-of-hand brilliance.

Poland, a technical writer and illustrator, ensures every move is clearly described and visualized through detailed line drawings. You’ll also find a special section on decorating and finishing magical apparatus—ideal for the serious performer.

Whether you’re building your repertoire or exploring vintage magic literature, Wonderful Routines of Magic is an essential addition to your library. It’s more than a reprint—it’s a revival of magic’s golden era.

Highlights:

• Over 50 unique routines for close-up and stage

• Special focus on card magic, coin work & Okito box innovations

• Original content from Ellison Poland and contributing magicians

• 251 pages, hardbound with gold-stamped cover and dust jacket

• Includes annotated bibliography and detailed illustrations

Skill Level: Intermediate to experienced magicians

Don’t miss your chance to own this iconic piece of magic history. Rediscover the secrets inside Wonderful Routines of Magic—before it disappears again!