About Magic Trick Instructions
About Magic Trick Instructions: a digital library of magic trick instructions, classic magic books and historical manuscripts. It serves magicians, magic collectors and magic enthusiasts at every skill level. Founded by Steven Warburton, a former magician, escape artist and collector of rare and vintage magic apparatus, the site replaces lost original instructions and keeps classic magic texts in print as instant downloads.
Why This Site Exists
Vintage magic apparatus often survives. The paper magic trick instructions rarely do. A collector finds a 1960s trick at an estate sale, and the box is empty. A performer inherits a case of props with no routines. You know the piece is special. You just don’t know how it works.
Magic Trick Instructions closes that gap. Every magic trick instructions download is built to put a working method back in your hands, and to keep the history behind it intact.
What You’ll Find
- Replacement instructions for vintage and collectible magic apparatus.
- Classic magic books, including The Expert at the Card Table by S. W. Erdnase and Modern Coin Manipulation by T. Nelson Downs.
- Historical manuscripts on Harry Houdini, Theo Hardeen, Joseph Dunninger and the escape-artist era.
- Auction catalogs for collectors researching provenance and value.
- The Magician Blog: magic history that separates documented records from vaudeville-era myth.
- Magic for Kids: question-and-answer books for curious readers ages 6 to 12.
Who It’s For
- Beginners who want clear, step-by-step methods.
- Working magicians rebuilding routines or studying the classics.
- Collectors restoring a piece to complete, documented condition.
- Historians, teachers and parents looking for accurate magic history.
Who’s Behind It
Steven Warburton performed as a magician and escape artist before turning his focus to collecting rare and vintage magic apparatus. He writes books for magicians and collectors, and he runs MagicTrickInstructions.com alongside its partner collection site, MagicTrickCollection.com.
Steven also spent more than 40 years in operations leadership. That discipline shows up here: organized catalogs, clear instructions and fast support.
How Downloads Work
- Choose a title from the Magician Shop.
- Complete checkout.
- Download instantly from My Account.
Support runs Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time. See the Refund Policy for details.
Our Standards
- Accuracy first. History articles separate provable records from legend.
- Credit where due. Original authors, inventors and manufacturers are named on every title.
- Respect for rights. See our Copyright page for how titles are sourced.
Partner Sites
- MagicTrickCollection.com: rare and vintage magic collectibles.
- MagicTrickCollection.net: the companion collection site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MagicTrickInstructions.com?
A digital library of magic trick instructions, classic magic books and manuscripts, offered as instant downloads for magicians and collectors.
Can I get replacement instructions for a vintage magic trick?
Yes. Replacement instructions for vintage apparatus are the site’s core purpose. Browse the shop or contact support to ask about a specific item.
How do I receive my download?
After checkout, your file is available immediately in My Account.
Are these instructions suitable for beginners?
Yes. Titles range from beginner-friendly methods to advanced classics such as The Expert at the Card Table.
Who runs MagicTrickInstructions.com?
Steven Warburton, a former magician and escape artist and a collector of rare and vintage magic apparatus.
How do I contact support?
Use the Contact Us page. Support hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
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Last reviewed: November 2026
