This is a fine contained course in mental magic, which not just describes a selection of effects, but the underlying principles as well as other aspects, such as 'The importance of showmanship'. You will learn to force cards, to use the key card principle, to mark and to prearrange, to understand the mirror principle, to work with codes and assistants, and a lot more. Hugard is known for his excellent writing style, which is clear, accurate and engaging. Contents include: Introduction, Forcing Thought Principle, The Key Card Principle, The Nail or Pin Marking Principle, The Prearranged Pack Principle, Various Presentations of the One Way Deck Principle, Tricks with Assistant as the Medium, Codes for Mind Reading with Cards, Forcing Decks, The Marked Card Principle, The Impression or Carbon System, The Mirror Principle, A Prediction, and The Telepathic Bridge Game.