Great review! I think one of the best things that Ascanio did for magic (at least in Spain) is that he provided proper "names" for the subtleties that magicians were already using at the time This made it easier for us to communicate as magicians (now if anyone says "paréntesis de olvido" we inmediately know what they're talking about without any additional explanations needed) I also wanted to point out that the real writter of the book, Jesús Etcheverry, who compiled all of Ascanios notes and taped lectures and wrote the books after Ascanio died, sadly passed away a couple of weeks ago... So rest in peace both of them ❤
I love this series of books. My friend sold me one volume a few years ago and since I can’t stand not having a full set I went on a mission. Thanks for pointing out things in these books that I didn’t notice. You make books so much more fun! Thank you!
This, in my opinion, is one of the best magic books. If you read between the lines, some of the principles are axiomatic. Very very great book- thanks for highlighting it!!
@@EruditeMagic This is exactly what I meant: reading between the lines, notebook, restructuring, dissecting.... Excellent book but arduous to learn from.
Another great review. TBH, due to my theatre background I find magic theory books overwritten, dry and redundant in messages. Great quote by the way- "But the reality is we have way more magic than we can ever use." Thank you for your passion. Kudos!
Excellente initiative d'Erudite Magic de parler des ouvrages traitant de la théorie et psychologie en magie. C'est là un sujet souvent sous estimé par les magiciens qui veulent avant tout collecter le plus de tours possibles. Pour ma part, mon étude de la magie a évolué vers ce genre de littérature que je considère tout à fait essentielle pour pouvoir réellement présenter une magie qui sera acceptée par le public, sera intéressante et réellement mystérieuse et envoutante. Je suggère à Erudite Magic de continuer à explorer ce sujet dans d'autres vidéos dédiées à la théorie. Citons en quelques uns : Books of Wonder, livres de Darwin Ortiz, dernier livre de Dani Da Ortiz (brillant !), Beyond secrets de Jay Sankey, chapitres spécifiques de Card College, livres de Andy Gladwin, livres sur Audience Management... la liste est longue (et les découvertes passionantes). Pour terminer je suis convaincu que la lecture de ces ouvrages doit s'accompagner d'un travail de prise de note scrupuleux sur ordinateur : définir des chapitres de "sujets" (qu'est ce que la magie, quel est le personnage du magicien, comment construire une routine...) et alimenter ces derniers des différents conseils trouvés dans les ouvrages. (contactez moi en message privé pour avoir une idée de ce que cela donne). Bravo encore à Erudite Magic pour son travail et la qualité de ses vidéos toujours plaisantes à regarder !
Great review Jeff. I have all this series and they are good although not easy reading. I find it sad that young magicians nowadays do not seem to want to join their local magic club. They seem to think they can learn everything over the internet and do not appreciate how much their magic could be enriched by being a member where there are tremendous opportunities to increase their magic knowledge (and it is a lot of fun too!)
I've belonged to what I consider the best magic club in America: Ring 63 in Greenville, SC. I've made life-long friendships and improved my magic immensely through the magic club scene, so I'm totally with you there.
hi thanks for your review and thoughts! i wanted to ask, between designing miracles by Ortiz and magic of Ascanio vol 1., which would you recommend for diving more into magic theory? :)
@@EruditeMagic thanks so much! :) will look into that just recently came across your channel and it is certainly a pleasant find :) will stay tuned for more mentalism/magic theory and talk!
I have volumes 2 and 3 and like them. I haven't yet invested in this volume or volume 4 but your review makes me want to bump volume 1 up on my wish list. Of course, this *has* to be the week where Andi Gladwin releases the surprise sequel to Jack Parker's 52 Memories, a great book I really cherish!
Hey Jeff, if you've read all 5 Card College books and can perform most of the sleights and tricks. Would you be considered a Card College Graduate? Or do you another criteria has to be met?
Ha! If you've read all five and can perform most of the items, you're definitely a graduate. You might even get a certificate if you did less than that 😆
Great review!
I think one of the best things that Ascanio did for magic (at least in Spain) is that he provided proper "names" for the subtleties that magicians were already using at the time
This made it easier for us to communicate as magicians (now if anyone says "paréntesis de olvido" we inmediately know what they're talking about without any additional explanations needed)
I also wanted to point out that the real writter of the book, Jesús Etcheverry, who compiled all of Ascanios notes and taped lectures and wrote the books after Ascanio died, sadly passed away a couple of weeks ago... So rest in peace both of them ❤
Thank you for the additional information about Ascanio. So sorry to hear about Jesus 😟
What an eye opener book for me. Truly beautiful. Everyone can benefit from reading this one.
So glad you enjoyed it, David!
I love this series of books. My friend sold me one volume a few years ago and since I can’t stand not having a full set I went on a mission. Thanks for pointing out things in these books that I didn’t notice. You make books so much more fun! Thank you!
Thank *you,* Scott! I enjoy making books more fun for Erudite Magicians like you. 😃👍
This, in my opinion, is one of the best magic books. If you read between the lines, some of the principles are axiomatic. Very very great book- thanks for highlighting it!!
Agree about needing a notebook- I thoroughly enjoyed restructuring this work, dissecting it in my own way. Thanks Jeff!
Thanks for sharing your opinion of it, too 👍
@@EruditeMagic This is exactly what I meant: reading between the lines, notebook, restructuring, dissecting.... Excellent book but arduous to learn from.
Thanks for the clarification, Ariel!
Another great review. TBH, due to my theatre background I find magic theory books overwritten, dry and redundant in messages. Great quote by the way- "But the reality is we have way more magic than we can ever use." Thank you for your passion. Kudos!
Thanks for the kind words, George!
Excellente initiative d'Erudite Magic de parler des ouvrages traitant de la théorie et psychologie en magie. C'est là un sujet souvent sous estimé par les magiciens qui veulent avant tout collecter le plus de tours possibles. Pour ma part, mon étude de la magie a évolué vers ce genre de littérature que je considère tout à fait essentielle pour pouvoir réellement présenter une magie qui sera acceptée par le public, sera intéressante et réellement mystérieuse et envoutante.
Je suggère à Erudite Magic de continuer à explorer ce sujet dans d'autres vidéos dédiées à la théorie. Citons en quelques uns : Books of Wonder, livres de Darwin Ortiz, dernier livre de Dani Da Ortiz (brillant !), Beyond secrets de Jay Sankey, chapitres spécifiques de Card College, livres de Andy Gladwin, livres sur Audience Management... la liste est longue (et les découvertes passionantes).
Pour terminer je suis convaincu que la lecture de ces ouvrages doit s'accompagner d'un travail de prise de note scrupuleux sur ordinateur : définir des chapitres de "sujets" (qu'est ce que la magie, quel est le personnage du magicien, comment construire une routine...) et alimenter ces derniers des différents conseils trouvés dans les ouvrages. (contactez moi en message privé pour avoir une idée de ce que cela donne).
Bravo encore à Erudite Magic pour son travail et la qualité de ses vidéos toujours plaisantes à regarder !
Merci beaucoup mon ami!
I admit it I am a hoarder. I agree having the why is so important.
LOL - aren't we all??
Great review Jeff. I have all this series and they are good although not easy reading. I find it sad that young magicians nowadays do not seem to want to join their local magic club. They seem to think they can learn everything over the internet and do not appreciate how much their magic could be enriched by being a member where there are tremendous opportunities to increase their magic knowledge (and it is a lot of fun too!)
I've belonged to what I consider the best magic club in America: Ring 63 in Greenville, SC. I've made life-long friendships and improved my magic immensely through the magic club scene, so I'm totally with you there.
hi thanks for your review and thoughts! i wanted to ask, between designing miracles by Ortiz and magic of Ascanio vol 1., which would you recommend for diving more into magic theory? :)
Oooo, tough question! I might start with Ascanio and then expand to Ortiz, but you can't go wrong either way
@@EruditeMagic thanks so much! :) will look into that
just recently came across your channel and it is certainly a pleasant find :) will stay tuned for more mentalism/magic theory and talk!
I have volumes 2 and 3 and like them. I haven't yet invested in this volume or volume 4 but your review makes me want to bump volume 1 up on my wish list. Of course, this *has* to be the week where Andi Gladwin releases the surprise sequel to Jack Parker's 52 Memories, a great book I really cherish!
Haha, choices, right?? 🤷
Cool stuff
Bought! Keep up the good reviews
Thank you so much for the kind words 🙏
Just purchased the book
Woohoo! 🎉 Let me know how you like it!!
Hey Jeff, if you've read all 5 Card College books and can perform most of the sleights and tricks.
Would you be considered a Card College Graduate? Or do you another criteria has to be met?
Ha! If you've read all five and can perform most of the items, you're definitely a graduate. You might even get a certificate if you did less than that 😆
I am currently reading this book.
About 1/10 though. Great book. Great review!
Thanks, Dusty! Hope you enjoy it and apply much of its wisdom to your own work 👌
How does Ascanio's book compare to Darwin Ortiz works? Is it worth reading if you already now Strong Magic and Designing Miracles?
This is a great book review 👍😊👍😊
Thanks, Robert!