Impromptu by Martin Gardner (AKA Encyclopedia of Impromptu Magic) - Book

The greatest collection of small magic ever assembled by legendary thinker and writer Martin Gardner, with thousands of effects, stunts, gags, gimmicks, and more.

864 pages

40-page color section

Completely new layout

More than 1700 effects and stunts

1200 extra items compiled by Gardner

Over 2600 illustrations, including 900 explanatory drawings

Gardner's notes and annotations

40 Gardner letters

Early Gardner magic booklets

Hundreds of vintage illustrations

Interviews with Martin Gardner

Essay on the history of impromptu magic

Spellbinding cover by the legendary STERANKO

New introduction by Gardner

Essays by Teller, John Fisher, and Mark Setteducati

Categorized and indexed for easy access

Printed on luxurious matte-finish acid-free paper

Hardbound and Smyth-sewn

"The articles make a fascinating overture... An improvement on Gardner's original layout... A goldmine... This is a book of ideas, ideas that will inspire...Profusely illustrated... A monster of a book you will turn to repeatedly in the years to come."
- David Britland, Genii

"As with all Miracle Factory publications, Impromptu is a beautiful book, with cover artwork by Steranko and a beautiful layout."
- Will Houstoun, The Magic Circular

"A beautiful monument to the life and magic of Martin Gardner and impromptu magic in general. To me, this is a no-brainer purchase. Highly recommended."
- Magic Magazine

"Wow! Great!"
- Harry Lorayne

"Martin Gardner's Impromptu is one of the most beautiful books I have ever encountered."
- Don Albers

"Absolutely gorgeous. Beautifully designed and full of detail."
- Gary Antonick, New York Times

"There will never be a greater book in magic."
- John Fisher

"A really beautiful edition of a book that deserves to be called a classic. So many ideas to challenge and inspire us!"
- Eugene Burger

"Martin Gardner was one of magic's greatest prospectors, and this massive book is filled with treasure. Some of that is buried deep. But even if you opt for a cursory excavation, you'll come up with a wealth of ideas - literally more than you can imagine."
- Max Maven

"The most amazing book of magic ever. The attention to detail on both the book and the packaging are simply the best. I hope you are busy working on another masterpiece."
- Dexter Cleveland

"I haven't been able to put it down since I received it. I can't tell you how many bits of business I'll be getting out of this book. What a fabulous reference. Thanks, Todd!"
- Mike Thornton

"A mind-blowing volume that exceeded my high expectations!"
- Michael Mode

"The improved Gardner book is phenomenal, filled with gems that will fool your audiences as well as magicians. I'll be referencing it often for new ideas and material!"
- Jade

"A huge achievement! Like all Miracle Factory releases, the design and presentation is excellent. I look forward to many quality hours reading and learning from this important work."
- David Linsell

"A lifetime of work that will take a lifetime to get through and another lifetime to perform! Amazing!"
- Doug Scheer

"It's a deep dive down the rabbit hole into the magic worlds Gardner composed. This is a fascinating work one can explore for years."
- Arthur Otney