Irv Weiner was a key figure in the North American magic scene.

He influenced some of the most influential magicians of the 20th century, such as Michael Ammar, Christopher Carter and David Regal. The Irv Weiner show was very popular on college campuses. Not only will you learn Tricks incredible, but this book is packed with essays, private albums, Irv's class notes, and a complete overview of his legendary stage set. With more than 80 Tricks and techniques, this book covers everything from magic with cards, coins, towels, ropes, cigarettes, eggs, sponges, mentalism, cups and balls, and includes Tricks for close-up and stage. Even some of Irv's legendary effects, like his Red Tape Thumb Tie, are described in great detail.

Stamped cloth hardcover with dust jacket

Size 8.5 x 11

338 pages

Black and white and color photos

This is the definitive work of a legend who performed thousands of shows across the country. The book is not just a reprint of his diaries. It includes contributions from his friends and contemporaries so you can gain an in-depth understanding of this incredible artist. It's packed with performance theory and historical context, so you can truly understand magic in the era in which it was developed and practiced. It also includes a detailed account of his life. You're about to learn a lot about one of the most underrated master magicians. One of the most sought-after artists of the 70s and 80s now reveals all his secrets to you.

This beautiful book also includes an exclusive video of Irv Weiner performing. There you will find an introduction from the artist himself, a complete recording of the Mr. Fingers show, excerpts from different locations and a video of his live talk. With over two hours of content, you'll get to experience the incredible work showcased by the master who created it.

What the Pros say:

“I saw Irv Weiner when I was a kid, and he made a huge impression on me. His Tricks were incredible, but more than that, it was incredibly captivating. This book captures this perfectly. The magic is stunning and clearly explained, but it also tells Irv's story. I love books like this, where you get to know the artist as much as his Tricks, and Mr. Fingers does it wonderfully. » - Mac King

“Irv Weiner probably had more influence on my magic than anyone. Back in the 70s, he was the first person I saw get on stage in front of over a thousand people and perform close-up magic from a briefcase. This one idea has shaped my entire career. He could walk in front of 1,500 people with a torn cigarette paper and receive a standing ovation just for being himself. He had no need of great illusions; he simply talked to people, shared who he was and amazed them with his hands. For decades, I didn't see anyone else do what Irv did. I am grateful that its magic is finally preserved. This book is pure gold, it celebrates a true legend: Mr. Fingers. » - Michael Ammar

“Mr. Fingers is a richly detailed tribute to the work and personality of Irv Weiner. The routines are clever, practical and clearly taught, the biographical sections are lively and full of insight. It is rare to find a book that combines such technical depth with such a strong personality. The result is a valuable work on every level: a source of solid material, the story of a life devoted to magic, and a guide to what it means to perform with purpose. As a long-time fan of Irv's work, I will read, study, and cherish this book for many years to come. » - Mark Elsdon (The Fig)

“I had the chance to spend ten days with Irv Weiner in 1979. I saw him make daily Magic Tricks improvised performances for laymen, routines for other magicians at a local store and at a convention, and performing before a university audience of approximately 1,200 people. I saw him perform almost every act featured in this book and became a fan for life. This book tells his life story and his life's work: more than 300 pages packed with practical information from the magician whom Newsweek called one of the ten most sought-after academic artists in America. Isn't it time you get some Mr. Fingers magic? » - Steve Beam

“Irv Weiner changed my life. I first met him in New York in the late '70s, after hearing about the standing ovations he was receiving all over the country. He was remarkable: creative, honest and deeply human. My own creation, The Phoenix, is directly inspired by his work. Irv has invested a lot through his talent, his performances and his kindness. This book is a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to a wonderful and complex man and the magic he brought to the world. » - Peter Samelson

“Since I have been a professional magician, the name Irv Weiner has been spoken with respect. He was the kind of artist who could take the stage with just a playing cards and a few coins and create magic for hundreds of people as entertaining and meaningful as anything they had ever seen. For years, magicians searched for his manuscripts. Today, everything is there: his life, his thoughts, his marketing and his magic. This is not material intended to impress other magicians at a convention. This is real-world magic for people who want to make a living doing real magic for real people. » - Brad Henderson

“When I first started working in the college market over thirty years ago, one name kept coming up: Mr. Fingers, Irv Weiner. He may have been small in stature, but as a magician he was a giant. For years his material was almost impossible to find, and when I finally found it, I discovered a veritable gold mine. His magic is subtle, direct and simple, in the best sense of the word. Irv Weiner's material has transformed everything I do on stage. Now everything is in one place. This book offers a rare insight into a brilliant mind, and if you study it, it will transform your work too. It's obvious. You need to get this book. » - Christopher Carter

“I first discovered Irv Weiner through his manuscripts, then through old videos of this exuberant man making Magic Tricks impeccable on stage. Time and time again I have seen a wonderful effect, like the Red Tape Thumb Tie, and realized it was the work of the same magician. Irv Weiner did something remarkable: at fifty years old, he created a two-hour show that became a sensation among university audiences.

What kind of person can do this? This book gives you the answer. Mr. Fingers is full of Irv's brilliant magical musings and offers a fascinating look at the man Irv Weiner. » - David Regal

“Irv Weiner was a genius when it came to magic. He was a pioneer of the university circuit and a wonderful all-round artist, as brilliant in magic as in mentalism and human relations. His work was scattered and hard to find for years, but it is finally brought together in one place. Here you will find professional material: intelligent thinking, beautiful structure and routines that have been tested, proven and perfected over thousands of performances. Irv was truly ahead of his time, and this book is full of miracles. » - Marc Paul

“I’m really glad this book exists. Irv Weiner was one of the most accomplished professionals of his era on the college circuit: an older man who performed before young audiences in often impossible conditions, arriving with a small suitcase and putting on a two-hour show that regularly earned several standing ovations. He was way ahead of his time. The content of this book is practical, commercial and deeply intelligent: card magic, close-up and stage mentalism, and book tests that you can open to any page and start using. In addition to a wonderful biography, this book preserves the work and legacy of a truly great professional, one of the most unique and important artists our art has known. It's a fantastic resource, and I'm glad we have it. » - Jamy Ian Swiss