Impromptu Magic with Patter

by George DeLawrence

🎩 RARE First Edition – 1922 "Impromptu Magic with Patter" by George DeLawrence
🪄 Illustrated by Harlan Tarbell – Hardcover Vintage Magic Book

Step back in time and into the golden age of magic with this hard-to-find collectible volume! Originally published in 1922, Impromptu Magic with Patter is a charming, practical guide filled with clever tricks you can perform at a moment’s notice using everyday objects—coins, matches, cards, dollar bills, water, even a knife—and yes, there's a touch of mind reading too!

With black-and-white illustrations by the legendary Harlan Tarbell, this 80-page first edition hardcover is packed with classic effects and engaging patter lines. It’s a must-have for magicians, collectors, and vintage book lovers alike.

📖 Contents include:
• The Possessed Match Hand
• The Penetrating Match
• The Coin and Glass of Water
• Coins Out of a Hat
• Dime and Penny Trick
• The Haunted Coin
… and many more impromptu marvels!

🧙‍♂️ Whether you're a seasoned performer, magic historian, or just love vintage books, this gem will make a prized addition to your library.

 

📚 Condition:
• Good vintage condition for being over 100 years old!
• Hardcover shows light wear with a small tear on the title area—still very readable.
• No dust jacket.
• Inside front page includes a bookplate from previous owner Harry Midgley and a rubber stamp from Ronald Robinson—adding a touch of provenance!
• Binding is solid, pages are intact. Some minor wear as expected with age.
• Additional advertising pages in the back—perfect snapshot of magic history!

📦 Ships carefully packed and tracked.
📍 From a smoke-free, magic-friendly environment.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a slice of magical history. They really don’t make ‘em like this anymore! ✨