An award-winning bestseller is finally available again in a hardback version for the first time in over a decade!.
"This collection oozes style and substance from a true auteur.” John Bannon
One Degree by John Guastaferro was one of our earliest global sensations as a company. It was voted Book of the Year and remains one of our most popular books to this day. To coincide with the eagerly anticipated launch of its sequel Nth Degree, we’re excited to announce that One Degree finally available again as a beautiful hardback.
This sophisticated, refined collection of 20 professional card routines introduced the magic world to John G.’s signature “One Degree” theory. Each amazing effect explores how small, intentional improvements are often all that’s needed to elevate your magic.
John firmly believes that we don’t need to make drastic changes to become better magicians. In fact, extraordinary results may just be one degree away. He underscores this point with five stimulating routines that accompany the routines.
"It has been a long time since I read a book where with every routine and every utility move, I said to myself, 'That is going into my repertoire!' One Degree is such a book and belongs in every cardician's library.” Allan Ackerman
"John is unquestionably one of the best minds in magic today... a master of the art.” Jack Carpenter
This more than 130-page book is as elegant as the routines you’ll find inside. Each of the refined, thoughtful effects are taught in perfect detail alongside 240 beautiful photos. With such a wealth of strong, practical, and entertaining material at your fingertips, you're destined to find a variety of new permanent additions to your repertoire.
Don’t miss your chance to own a stunning hardcover version of one of our bestselling books of all-time. Get One Degree by John Guastaferro today!
Contents of One Degree by John Guastaferro
Foreword: John Bannon
Introductions: Jack Carpenter
About One Degree
Chapter 1 - Get Connected
- Truth in Advertising
- Either Or
- Palm Reader Plus
- Essay: Strong Connections
Chapter 2 - Hands On Experience
- Intro-verted
- Mr. E Takes a Stroll
- Relay
- Essay: The Napkin Approach
Chapter 3 - Fourscore
- Quantum Kings
- Impostor
- Solo
- Essay: Mental Block
Chapter 4 - Pocket Power
- Homage to Homing
- Pocket Change
- Key Club
- Essay: Magic T.I.P.S.
- Overturned Counts
- Biddleless
- Duplex Change
- Essay: Serendipity
Chapter 6 - Tri-Umph!
- Behind-the-Back Triumph
- Ballet Stunner
- More on the Ballet Cut
Chapter 7 - Perfect Storm
- Lost & Found
- Intuition & Out of the Blue
- Vino Aces
Epilogue
Hardback | 139 Pages | 6in x 9in | B&W Photos | Ribbon Bookmark