The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel

The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel

A masterclass in modern card artistry. The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel is a beautifully produced hardcover collection of original, intelligent, and entertaining card routines from one of close-up magic’s most inventive creators. Published in 1980, this 177-page volume remains a treasure trove of sleights, principles, and creative thinking for the serious card magician.

Edited by Ronald F. Zollweg and Philip R. Willmarth, and richly illustrated by Marshall Philyaw, this book is packed with innovative material, detailed handling, and routines that bridge classic technique with clever modern construction. From Ambitious Card sequences and Ace productions to imaginative Wild Card variations, Miesel offers practical magic with a strong sense of theatrical fun.

Highlights

• Ambitious Card Routines: Multiple climaxes and unexpected finishes that keep audiences guessing.
• Four Ace Effects: Flashy productions, progressive assemblies, and impromptu routines with deceptive methods.
• Favorite Routines: Stunning visual reversals, color changes, and playful presentations like “Loving Couples” and “A Quick-Change Act.”
• Wild Card Chapter: A full section devoted to “That’s Wild,” “Whole Deck Wild Card,” and “Wildest Dreams”—clever, gimmick-free takes on this famous plot.
• Classic Effects Reimagined: Miesel’s handling of “Follow the Leader,” “Oil and Water,” “Everywhere and Nowhere,” and a fresh look at “The Rising Cards.”

Contents Include

• Ambitious Card Routines
• Four Ace Effects
• Oil and Water Variations
• Universal Card & Color Changes
• Ten-Hand Poker Deal
• Wild Card Routines
• Classic Interpretations: Hofzinser & Vernon themes

Product Details

• Title: The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel
• Author: William P. Miesel
• Editors: Ronald F. Zollweg, Philip R. Willmarth
• Illustrator: Marshall Philyaw
• Publisher: Unikorn Magik
• Year: 1980
• Binding: Hardcover
• Pages: 177
• Dimensions: 6″ x 9″
• Category: Card Magic, Close-Up Magic
• Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Filled with both artistry and practicality, The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel is more than just a routine collection—it’s an education in structure, subtlety, and style. A must-have for card magicians seeking to elevate their technique and originality.