PAPER EMPIRES by Jason McKinstry
PAPER EMPIRES by Jason McKinstry
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Journey back and discover the fascinating lives of America's Early Playing Card Makers.
Retrace the pioneering steps of some of the nation's first influencers and Cardmen.
See the remarkable events that shaped one of the world's favourite pastimes.
PAPER EMPIRES reveals the incredible true story of the United States Playing Card Industry as it follows the careers of four early print masters.
New research has provided volumes of never-before-seen images and information, unearthing the beauty and cultural significance of EARLY AMERICAN PLAYING CARDS in an extraordinary way. Each chapter focuses on an individual maker showcasing their contributions to the industry and nation while providing the historical narrative behind the scenes. This exciting record places them front/center during the most intriguing times of the 19th century.
PAPER EMPIRES FEATURES:
- THE MANUFACTURERS and their untold, chronological biographies.
- HISTORIC MAPS to authentically retrace the maker’s locations.
- PERSONAL DOCUMENTATION provides a detailed account of the lives and families.
- VISUAL HISTORICAL SECTIONS to immerse you in the backdrop of American History.
- PLAYING CARD SECTIONS with vibrant and high-quality images of every deck.
- FULL-SIZE IMAGE GALLERY starring many of the best pictures in the book.
VOLUME I contains the complete histories of L.I. COHEN, ANDREW DOUGHERTY, SAMUEL HART and JOHN J. LEVY.
Once you meet the makers, you'll never look at playing cards the same way again.
Paperback, Hardcover and Digital Editions are available.

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from 425 reviewsThe cards look and feel great. Hope we see more designs from such an amazing contributor to magic and the performing arts.
Absolutely awesome deck of cards at an unbelievable price really, personally I think they'll end up being like gold dust!
The Master Induction class which came free with an order of a gross of cards is just amazing. Even if I had paid for it would have been a bargain. Experience, wisdom and someone sharing their passion with you is priceless. My sincere thanks a much appreciated!
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Happy. Will be back for more.
in my opinion it has a very good introduction as other classes i did previously and an explanation to the why of the class in the first place so it has a solid base also very clear instructions and above all a great continuous class meaning you won´t get lost easly as you will be guided and respected as a student no matter what level you are. There is the logic from the teacher´s perspective. I advise to watch it fully always it is not just tutorials it is a space for a passage of knowledge not just the sleights.
I used these playing cards as a kid it's the first deck I learned to shuffle with. after my grandpa passed away I wanted to replace them in honor of him and when I saw Daniel Madison was selling them I thought to honor a friend of mine who passed who also collect cards I would purchase them here. I got set up with sign cards and everything.