Magic theory: The fundamentals by Marcos Olivero

In this essay i describe and explain the basic (And mostly unknown) concepts behind magic, the ideas explained try to give insight that helps us analyze magic more thoughtfully to gain impact and power in our magic effects.

This read is recommended for any magician serious in the study of magic, either a beginner that wants to get the fundamentals right or by a professional that wants to refresh all this important knowledge.

The topics within the essay are range from the definition of magic and the magic effect to the description of the structure that a magic effect has, it's parts and characteristics aswell as other important criteria like contrast or clarity.