This mammoth volume contains a wealth of top rate effects, and information (particularly on the Max
Malini and Nate Leipzig) which is neigh on impossible to find elsewhere. I really would have liked
to have given this 5 stars, but there are several instances I where instructions are either
incomplete, or poorly written. With enough knowledge in the given field (cards/silks/etc)these gaps
can be filled in, but it does stop the book being a good first stop to the beginner. If you're new,
buy it, shelve it, and then come to it after you've cut your teeth on something more beginner
friendly.