This is a book that is full of practical magic which is entertaining, easy to accomplish and can, for the most part, be performed in impromptu situations. This is the type of magic you can do after you've put away the sponge balls and packet card effects. You never need to be at a loss when someone asks you to do just one more trick. There are fifty-four effects, described by the author, which use coins, cigarettes, bills, dice, olives, string, thimbles and even such bizarre items as miniature skulls (not a common item, but possible!)