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Rare early mentalism booklet: World’s Best Psychic Book-Tests with Complete Patter and Presentation by Volta (pseudonym of Burling Hull), published 1931 in Long Island City, New York.
Hull was one of the most influential figures in the history of magic and mentalism, credited with creating many classic effects still performed today. This booklet outlines a variety of book test methods, complete with patter, presentation, and points of showmanship.
✨ Highlights:
• Title: World’s Best Psychic Book-Tests
• Author: Volta (Burling Hull)
• Year: 1931 (Copyright)
• Publisher: Burling Hull, Long Island City, NY
• Contents include: “Predicto” book & card test, Horoscope book test, Dictionary feats, Magazine test, Telephone book test, and multiple standard book test variations.
• Format: Stapled mimeograph booklet
• Condition: Good vintage condition; pages toned with age, some wear and edge spots, but fully intact (see photos).
A scarce early work of psychic entertainment and book-test methodology, highly collectible among magic historians, mentalists, and antique ephemera enthusiasts.
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