Studies in Deception by Aurelio Paviato - Book

Secrets from a Champion. Wisdom from a Lifetime.

Step into the world of Aurelio Paviato, one of Italy’s most revered magicians and a FISM World Champion. For decades, Aurelio has amazed audiences, fooled magicians, and crafted sleights that have stood the test of time. Now—for the first time—his life’s work is laid bare on the page.

This isn’t just a book. It’s a masterclass in precision, creativity, and performance.

Aurelio’s magic is built on structure, clarity, and the kind of elegance that only comes from a lifetime of dedication. As a close friend of Arturo de Ascanio, his approach blends sharp technique with deep theoretical insight—creating miracles with cards, coins, and pure sleight-of-hand.

Inside these pages, you’ll learn:

• A wide variety of passes, palms, switches, steals, and sleeving techniques
• The core sleights and theories that define Aurelio’s signature style
• Detailed explanations of routines that have wowed audiences across Europe
• And the complete, championship-winning routine that earned First Place in Close-Up Magic at FISM 1982

Refined over decades and polished to perfection, this routine—and the thinking behind it—is a masterclass in construction, rhythm, and audience connection.

With 242 pages of expertly written material and hundreds of photographs, every move, every nuance, every secret is clearly explained for the serious student of magic.

Hardcover
9 x 8" Trim Size
242 Pages of World-Class Instruction

If you’re looking for quick tricks and throwaway gimmicks, look elsewhere.
But if you want to learn what it takes to rise to the top, to understand what makes a routine not just good, but great—then this is your next read.

The Magic of Aurelio Paviato
Champion thinking. Unforgettable magic. Yours to master.