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Up for sale is a fantastic vintage 3-book lot focusing on classic comedy magic, parlor routines, and stage blackout sketches. This collection features works by two legendary figures in magic history: Werner C. Dornfield ("Dorny") and the brilliant Ali Bongo.
Perfect for variety entertainers, comedy magicians, magic historians, and collectors looking to expand their libraries with practical, hard-to-find performance material.
Included Titles in this Lot:
1. **Dorny on Trix** by Werner C. Dornfield ("Dorny")
A highly sought-after vintage publication packed with practical magical routines, presentation tips, and a fascinating chapter on using appropriate music for magical acts.
2. The Bongo Book by Ali Bongo
A wonderful compilation of clever, comedic parlor and stage magic effects. These routines were originally serialized in the historic *Abracadabra* magazine and are known for their visual, whimsical appeal.
3. Dorny's Comedy Blackouts by Werner C. Dornfield
Published by the famous Ireland Magic Company in Chicago. This book is a goldmine of quick, punchy verbal and visual stage skits designed to keep an audience laughing between larger illusions.
Condition Notes:
All three paperbacks are in Good Vintage Condition.
Bindings are firm and secure.
Interiors are clean with crisp, highly legible text pages.
Covers show light, authentic shelf wear, mild edge toning, and minor surface rubbing consistent with age, no major tears or stains except for the staining on the back cover of the blackout book please see photos.
