Description

Step inside the mind of the Italian Master with these exclusive, hand-illustrated notes.

Created specifically for the legendary Jornadas Cartomágicas (Escorial) in 1991—a gathering dedicated that year to S.W. Erdnase—this rare manuscript offers a raw and intimate look at the card magic ofVanni Bossi. Known for his incredible finesse and innovative problem-solving, Bossi presents a collection of sleights, subtleties, and routines that range from the practical to the avant-garde.

Presented in a unique format, this booklet consists of Bossi’s own handwriting and hand-drawn illustrations, giving you the feeling of reading a personal letter from a magical genius. It covers utility moves, visual changes, and gambling techniques designed for the serious card worker.

What You Will Learn:

• The Card Box Utility:Learn how to use the card case not just as a container, but as a secret weapon for a visualColour Changeand a deceptive cover forThe Pass.
• The “Pneumatic” Principle:Discover Bossi’s unique “Pneumatic Double Lift” (1976), a method that creates a cushion of air for a perfect turnover.
• Master Class in Palming:A treasure trove of concealment techniques, including the “Open Fingers” hold on the table edge, the “Bent Card Palm,” and the “Pivot Palm.”
• Gambling Finesse:Explore the “Gambler’s Rest Grip” for secret additions and subtractions, and a “Push Through” shuffle variation that defies explanation.
• The “Sting” False Cut:A flashy, multi-packet false cut inspired by the famous movie The Sting.
• Innovative Sleights:From the “Buckle Fan” to a method for showing “4 cards as 3” both in the hands and on the table.

This is not a polished commercial book; it is a collection of underground secrets shared among the elite. Whether you are a student of Erdnase or a fan of the Italian school of magic, Vanni Bossi’s insights are indispensable.

Product Specifications:

• Author:Vanni Bossi
• Format:Digital Manuscript / Facsimile of Handwritten Notes & Illustrations
• Language:English(Handwritten text is in English).
• Year:1991
• Subject:Advanced Card Magic, Sleight of Hand, Gambling Moves