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.
Exclusive Bonus for Vanishing Inc. Customers
Beyond being a phenomenal magician, John is also an accomplished musician. To celebrate the launch of this book, he has put together a custom playlist of some of his favorite compositions, as well as some unreleased tracks. This is the perfect soundtrack to listening to to while reading this incredible book. The mp3 files will be put into your account automatically so you can easily download them onto your devices. This offer is only available to those who purchase The Nth Degree from Vanishing Inc.
"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!
Contents of The Nth Degree by John Guastaferro
Foreword: John Bannon
About The Nth Degree
Chapter 1 – Imagine That
- Invisible Opener
- Perception Plus
- Blank Slate
- Essay: What’s Your Mantra
Chapter 2 – Introducing the Aces
- Freestyle Aces
- Self-Checkout
- Royal Transpo
- Tipping Point
- Essay: Finding Your Purpose
Chapter 3 – Eye Catchers
- Stranger Sandwich
- Double Vision
- Bermuda
- GPS
- Essay: Dissecting One Degree
Chapter 4 – Fourscore
- The Other Mates
- Assembly Line
- Hide & Seek
- Tailspin Twist
- Essay: Keys to Creativity
Chapter 5 – Hands on Deck
- Changemaker
- Hybrid Triumph
- Biddleless Redux
- Reign of Tearer
- Essay: Twenty Words
Chapter 6 – Mysteries
- Spectral
- Whisper Mental
- Blackjack Fever
- Book of Clues
- Essay: Get Out of Your Own Way
- Crystal Clear
- Mystery Wand
- Sublime in All
Epilogue
Hardback | 158 Pages | 6in x 9in | B&W Photos | Ribbon Bookmark