Across the Void by Paul Hallas: Master the Cards Across Magic Effect (Ebook)
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- Master the iconic “Cards Across” card magic effect with diverse methods.
- Comprehensive guide covering historical techniques, modern variations, and expert routines.
- Learn powerful presentations suitable for comedy, mentalism, and classic card magic shows.
- Updated digital edition: 107 pages (33,007 words) packed with exclusive insights.

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Unlock the Secrets of the Cards Across Effect with Paul Hallas
“Across the Void” by renowned magician Paul Hallas offers the definitive guide to mastering the classic “Cards Across” effect. This comprehensive ebook is an indispensable resource for both aspiring and seasoned magicians, providing an unparalleled exploration of one of card magic’s most celebrated and intriguing plots. Dive deep into its history, discover countless methods, and learn to execute stunning routines that will captivate any audience.
A Comprehensive Journey Through Card Magic Techniques
Paul Hallas meticulously dissects the “Cards Across” effect, presenting a vast array of techniques and philosophies. This ebook is more than just a collection of tricks; it’s a foundational text for understanding the nuances of misdirection, psychology, and performance within card magic.
- Historical Foundations: Explore the origins of traveling card effects with methods by masters like Robert-Houdin, Devant, and Ponsin.
- Thought-Of & Selected Cards: Uncover methods where cards travel invisibly, including Zen’s approach, Paul Curry’s variants, and renowned routines like Peter Warlock’s Cards Across and Meir Yedid’s Flight Fantastic.
- Theatrical & Comedic Presentations: Learn how to integrate humor and dramatic flair into your “Cards Across” routines, with insights into adapting the plot for comedic effect.
- Advanced Techniques & Expert Approaches: Delve into sophisticated sleight-of-hand and conceptual variations from experts such as Alex Elmsley, Paul Harris, Dave Campbell, and Peter Duffie’s Oversiter routine.
- Gaffed & Marketed Solutions: Examine clever gaffed card methods and commercially successful routines, including Vic Taylor’s Mentalogie.
- Innovative Plot Variations: Discover routines utilizing fewer cards, unique crossover plots, and the impactful use of contrasting colored cards (Red and Blue packets).
- Envelope Insights: Gain valuable perspectives on incorporating envelopes, featuring Derek Dingle’s “Cards Across Licked At Last.”
Why “Across the Void” is an Essential Resource
“Across the Void” stands as a testament to exhaustive research and practical application. It’s lauded by professionals for its depth and clarity:
“Probably the best manuscript I’ve ever read on Cards Across… It was brilliantly written and will tell you more than you’ll ever need to know regarding the effect. Complete history, almost every method, etc..” – Steven Youell
“I’m a huge fan of the cards across plot… Man, I knew nothing until I started reading Paul Hallas’s ‘Across The Void’. The writing style is wonderful and the research that went into it must have been a daunting task (definitely a labor of love).” – Review King (The Magic Café)
This ebook provides an unparalleled historical overview and practical guide, ensuring you’ll find multiple routines and theoretical insights to elevate your card magic performances.
Technical Specifications & Digital Advantage
This is the most up-to-date digital release of “Across the Void,” featuring additional references not found in earlier print editions. Spanning 107 pages with a total word count of 33,007, equivalent to 132 standard pages of text, this ebook is a substantial and invaluable addition to any magician’s digital library. Access a wealth of knowledge instantly and enhance your magical repertoire.
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Prepare to be amazed! “Across the Void” by Paul Hallas unveils the secrets of the classic ‘Cards Across’ effect! Journey through methods, presentations, and routines. A must-read for every magician (158 characters)
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Across the Void by Paul Hallas
Dive into the fascinating world of magic with “Across the Void” by Paul Hallas, an exhaustive examination of the classic “Cards Across” effect. This essential read is perfect for anyone intrigued by magic tricks involving cards, whether you’re a seasoned magician or just starting out.
What’s Inside?
- Early Cards That Travel: Explore methods by Robert-Houdin, Devant, and Ponsin.
- Cards Being ‘Thought Of’ Travel: Discover Zen’s method, Paul Curry’s variant, and more.
- Selected Selections: Learn from Peter Warlock’s Cards Across to Meir Yedid’s Flight Fantastic.
- Adding The Comedy: See how this plot can be a vehicle for comedy.
- The Red and The Blue: Delve into the use of contrasting colored cards.
- Thoughts On Envelopes: Insights on envelope use including Derek Dingle’s Cards Across Licked At Last.
- Less Traveled: Routines with fewer cards and innovative plots.
- Other Additions and Pure Sleight Versions: Variations and sleight methods by Prof. Hellis and Hugard.
- More Expert Approaches: Techniques from Alex Elmsley to Peter Duffie’s Oversiter routine.
- Gaffed and Marketed Versions: Highlighting Vic Taylor’s Mentalogie and more.
“Probably the best manuscript I’ve ever read on Cards Across was ‘Across The Void’ by Paul Hallas. It was brilliantly written and will tell you more than you’ll ever need to know regarding the effect. Complete history, almost every method, etc..” – Steven Youell
“I’m a huge fan of the cards across plot. And…I thought I knew a lot about the effect. Man, I knew nothing until I started reading Paul Hallas’s ‘Across The Void’. The writing style is wonderful and the research that went into it must have been a daunting task (definitely a labor of love).” – Review King (The Magic Café)
This digital release includes extra references not found in the earlier print versions, making it an exhaustive resource for any magic enthusiast. Available in various editions, the most recent digital version spans 107 pages with a word count equivalent to 132 standard pages of text.
An examination of the classic “Cards Across” effect which discusses and explains many methods and presentations from “thought of” cards traveling to “signed cards” or those with different colored backs. If you’ve used this effect, want to use it or need a great routine for your show, this is essential reading.
Contents
- Introduction
- Early Cards That Travel: Detailing and comments on methods by Robert-Houdin, Devant and Ponsin.
- Cards Being ‘Thought Of’ Travel: Detailing Zen’s method and variants, Paul Curry’s variant, Henry Hardin’s Kings Kards and Jacob Daley and Annemann’s Acme Thought Card Pass.
- Some Thought on Plot Variations
- Selected Selections: Peter Warlock’s Cards Across, Paul Hallas’s Glass To Glass, Meir Yedid’s Flight Fantastic.
- Adding The Comedy: Discussing the plot as a vehicle for comedy, various references to routines in print and Terry Seabrooke’s Cards Across.
- The Red and The Blue: Discussing the use of contrasting colored packets of cards, rough and smooth method and detailing Horowitz’s Duo Flight with suggestions.
- Thoughts On Envelopes: Thoughts on envelope use plus Derek Dingle’s Cards Across Licked At Last.
- Less Traveled: Discussing some routines using less cards, the possibility of no packets and crossover plots.
- Other Additions and Pure Sleight Versions: Different ways of adding cards and sleight methods detailing Prof. Hellis’s Hand To Hand palm Change and Hugard’s Radio Cards with ideas.
- More Expert Approaches: References to Alex Elmsley, Paul Harris and Dave Campbell methods plus Peter Duffie’s Oversiter routine fully detailed.
- Gaffed and Marketed Versions: References to some good marketed versions and divided cards. Detailing Vic Taylor’s Mentalogie and Paul Hallas’s Rove No More
- Final Word: Yet another reference or two slipped in.
[This digital release has a few extra references than the earlier print version of the book.]“Probably the best manuscript I’ve ever read on Cards Across was “Across The Void” by Paul Hallas. It was brilliantly written and will tell you more than you’ll ever need to know regarding the effect. Complete history, almost every method, etc..” – Steven Youell
“I’m a huge fan of the cards across plot. And…I thought I knew a lot about the effect. Man, I knew nothing until I started reading Paul Hallas’s “Across The Void” The writing style is wonderful and the research that went into it must have been a daunting task (definitely a labor of love).” – Review King (The Magic Café).
1st edition 2002. 2nd edition 2006. 1st digital edition 2012, 63 pages; 2nd digital edition 2016, 107 pages.
word count: 33007 which is equivalent to 132 standard pages of text
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