Mark Wilson's Complete Course in Magic - (Paperback)

About the Book

Three hundred magic tricks are divided into the sections "Effect, " "Secret & Preparation, " "Method, " and "Comments & Suggestions"; and more than 2,000 photos demonstrate how to master sleight-of-hand.

Book Synopsis

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the ultimate book of magic for beginners of all ages from a world-famous magician, complete with photographs for easy to follow instructions for more than 300 magic tricks.

Mark Wilson's Complete Course in Magic has been dazzling readers and aspiring magicians for fifty years. It is the most comprehensive guide to planning and performing magic tricks. Mark Wilson was one of the world's premier practitioners of classic magic, with years of experience instructing beginners in the magical arts. Acclaimed by the Los Angeles Times as "the text that young magicians swear by," it's full of step-by-step instructions and more than 2,000 informative photos and illustrations. From basic card tricks to advanced levitation, this book covers all a new magician could want to know.

This anniversary edition includes new, never-before-published photographs of Mark Wilson and his magic team, as well as endearing forewords by Greg Wilson (Mark's son) and Teller. With dozens of stunning tricks clearly and thoughtfully explained, you'll soon become a master with the power to dazzle and stun any audience of your own magic show.

Review Quotes

"[Mark Wilson] inspired several generations of magicians, myself included. It is safe to say that without Mark Wilson, magic would not be what it is today."

--Lance Burton

"A magnificent volume of magical instruction."

--Dallas Morning News

"Mark Wilson is probably the nation's leading authority on the subject."

--The New York Times

"Mark Wilson paved the way for magic on television."

--David Copperfield

"Mark Wilson, the most famous American Magician. . . . His work lives on in shows such as Penn & Teller's Fool Us!"

--Penn & Teller

"One of the top ten magicians of the Twentieth Century."

--Magic Magazine

"One of the world's cleverest . . . spell-binding magicians."

--The Chicago Tribune

"A think tank of legerdemain."--Newsweek

"Mark Wilson is excellent, so respected, and never fails to put on a superb show."--Cary Grant

A true legend in the Art of Magic."--LA Times

About the Author

Mark Wilson was first and foremost a famous magician, who the New York Times recognized as "probably the nation's leading authority on magic." He was also the hugely successful author of numerous kits and books devoted to instruction in the magical arts including Mark Wilson's Complete Course in Magic. Additionally, he made countless guest appearances throughout his career on every major TV talk show in the country. He passed away in 2021.

Greg Wilson is a professional magician and two-time FISM award winner. He is also the son of Mark Wilson. Greg performs at the Magic Castle in Hollywood as well as at corporate events, trade shows, and more. He resides in California.

Teller is a professional magician and part of magic's legendary duo, Penn & Teller, celebrating 50 years of performance in 2025.