I think that most mentalists who spend any amount of time on the Internet have heard of Stuart Cumberland. His “Mental-List” site is frequented by many top names in the mentalism field as well as many interested mentalism enthusiasts (www.Mental-list.com). Ironically, the very element that has made Stuart so well-known has also been the source of his controversy. Stuart not only respects the great Ted Annemann, but advocates usin g Ted’s bril liant material t oday. The e- books he’s most well-known for (Annemann’s One Man Psychic Routine and the recent Annemann 666 trilogy) reintroduce Annemann’s material for the 21.
In quite a few cases, Stuart explains how he made changes due to recent technology or handlings and discovered that the original techniques were just as effective, if not better. In other cases, there are hand lings and techniq ues that improve the original. But, most often, the routine, as originally conceived by Annemann, needs no tweaking and is strong as is. The controversy stems over Stuart’s profiting on material that isn’t his, nor is terribly original. You see, that’s the whole point.
Stuart is reintroducing this material to a whole new generation of mentalists who can’t be bothered by reading the older, or c lassic, material. What this new generation doesn’t realize, or perhaps respect, is that there’s very little that’s new in mentalism and most of the new stuff is simply combinations of older principles or applications of those principles to newer technology. Annemann’s material s till is powerful. And here’s the oth er very important poi nt – Stuart Cumberland has performed all of this material numerous times and still performs this material. He successfully entertains laymen with this material f or sure, but he also fools magician s and mentalists wit h material that’s close to a cent ury old! Those familiar with the brilliance of Annemann need no further introduction to the material inside t his issue.
Those who are n ot as familiar w ill get a taste of the incredible material from each of the four Annemann e-books that Stuart has produced. And there’s a wond erful interview with Stuart along with m y regular column. I’ve fooled more than one magician with this effect over the years. What makes it so rewarding, though, is that it can be done almost impromptu and uses ungaffed or prepared materials. In fact, it’s about as close to real looking as you can get. This effect is in the “dangerous” category as it is NOT foolproof. It doesn’t always work as I outline.
It is my opinion, as stated many times, that you need to take risks as a mentalist. When this effect works (and my handling certainly ‘ups’ the chances), it enters the miracle class. There’s also a silly thinking that Living and Dead Tests are too emotional and shouldn’t be used. What do you think a person is going to remember longer that you guessed they picked the seven of diamonds OR that you told them about their Great Aunty Gertrude? Effect: A pad of paper and a pencil are handed to a spectator. The mentalist turns his back and asks the spectator to write down the side from 1 to 6.
He is then asked to think of a person who has died that was important to them and put their first name in one of the numbered positions. The remaining five positions are filled by the spectator with living names of people important to him. The mentalist asks if there is any way anyone could know which of the names would be the departed.
The reply is no. The mentalist takes the pad and pencil and starts immediately scratching off names until only one name is left.
The spectator names the dead person and when the pad is turned around the dead name is the only name without a line scratched through it. Method: Annemann came up with some terrific ideas for Living and Dead Tests. One of my favorites was with a chalkboard, getting the five living name first from a group of spectators and then asking a sixth to fill in the last space with a dead name. Reaching the hand around in a gesture to fill in the missing spot, you lightly dragged your finger from top to bottom putting a light line through all the living names! A quick glance for the only unmarked one gave you the hot name! Annemann detailed two methods in his instructions, the second method being a “shiner” a small mirror for glimpsing the name.
While I own several in my collection, I have never used a shiner more than a few times and find them too fiddly for my liking. The BEST method provided was the simplest and best. It’s exactly the one I use.
Sound Reading! That’s the secret.
Sound reading is one of the most underused and best-kept secrets in our business. Think about it! How many tricks do you know that are accomplished by sound reading?? In my updated version of Annemann’s Act—2005, I detailed how I use sound reading to “mirror” what the person is drawing on a pad to cr eate the very eerie ill usion of me duplicating almost exactly the same time—pen stroke by pen stroke—the drawing even though I’m turned away. Annemann discovered that while fiddling around with methods for doing this effect that you could hear unique strokes when the person wrote the dead name. Upon looking at the list, it becomes “obvious” as to which name it is. Hard to believe, but once you try it a couple o f times, you’ll be amazed.
It will just stand out to you like a sore thumb. Tips: Annemann used a slate.
I use a plain scratch pad, note pad or whatever. And a pencil. I’ve done it with pen with goo d success, but a pencil makes much more “noise” and works better. I’ve done it at house parties with a sketchpad and a magic marker.
When you are listening for it, the marker is deafening! There’s a saying that goes “don’t run when you don’t have to”. I follow that rule in Mentalism all the time, but I break the rule here. I bend over backwards to eliminate anyone thinking that I am listening for sounds. So, I ask the person to think of a dead name and put it in any position I pause when I hear them writing and “log the telegraph sounds” even though I can hear they are done, I ask them “have you done that?” They answer “yes”, of course, and then I instruct them to fill in the remaining names. As they are writing the remaining names I continue talking and I really do ignore all other sound reading. I’ll keep the patter up with the crowd, or if just one person, I’ll just talk a bit with them and wait until they are done.
I’ve personally never used this on stage, although there’s no reason why you couldn’t. I’ve only used this in seemingly impromptu settings. Does it fail? I have to be honest. However, you can pretty much tell the moment you look at the page. If the name isn’t obvious, your hunch is likely very close. In this case I emphasize that this doesn’t always work and I scratch off the names but one.
Instead of asking for the name and then turning the pad, I just turn the pad and ask, “am I right?” If not, I call out the name that was my second guess saying I was torn between the two. If THAT fails I do the multiplying bunnies.
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'This is another powerful idea from Devin. Now, it is unusual and not something you would be doing in a show. But, if you want to make an impact with a client, or future client, then this is something you can learn and put in your personal arsenal. I'm sure many workers will want to add it into their memory banks of things they can use to look like memory experts.' - Greg Arce 'As a veteran performer of over 17 years as the house mentalist at Magic Island in Houston, TX, I had been using the old Paul Linder version sparingly because of the possibility of repeating the same number for two. This is an intro price and will go up to $18 from August 27, 2018.
This includes physical gimmicks which will be shipped to you. The pdf can be instantly downloaded from your digital shelf.
IGG - According to Wikipedia 'This is the most common type of antibody found in humans. It protects the body from infection.' IGG - Here this means 'Instant Gig Getter'. It insulates your performance from potential spectator disinterest. It also 'infects' your participant with absolute amazement.
IGG is an instant killer. You could ideally do this for someone from whom you may be soliciting a. From the author of the internationally critically acclaimed Urban Illusions, Illusionary Departures books and the producer of the best selling Behind the Illusions DVD comes a first-of-its-kind ebook dedicated to professional illusions and large-scale stage routines for mentalists and mental magic presentations. Professional illusionist & illusion designer J C Sum details eight original illusions and stage routines for mentalism shows, complete with full presentations, full-colour illustrations and building plans. The routines offer an alternative. The impression pad you do not need to open after the spectator has closed it. These are instructions on how to create your own pads, however you do not need any great DIY skills to construct it.
This ebook contains. Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions on how to turn a regular notepad into an Image-Grabber. Instructions on how to use the Image-Grabber.
Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for secretly switching the notepad (method can be used for decks of cards). Telephonic Test: A spectator writes a private letter. You call a third person who has never been physically in.
Single number cards are introduced and mixed facedown. A volunteer freely selects a card, as does the performer. The selected cards are kept facedown, glanced at and then placed inside an opaque envelope. A prediction is introduced and set aside.
Next, you take the volunteer on an imaginary journey, where they imagine their digit as a monetary value. They deposit their money, it gains some interest, money is withdrawn, gambled at a casino and finally they purchase a coffee from their winnings on the way home. They purchase an item from a list with the money they have left. Keep in mind this.
100% self-working. instant reset. everything can be examined at the end Effect: You table a coin, a folded up Lotto ticket and a key-ring, then turn your back on proceedings. Someone mixes the three objects around in the row.
You now ask that they 'switch' the three objects around even more, as you direct them (sight unseen). They are then asked to pocket two of the objects, in different pockets, and hold the remaining object in their hand. You now turn to face them again and, after suitable concentration, reveal that they are holding the coin in their hand - they are! You then continue.
Devin Knight's Impossible Devination has the Mentalism community up in arms. It is, quite simply, one of magic's greatest secrets finally revealed after 15 years! A trick that has fooled almost every magician who saw it performed. Introducing Impossible DEVINation! With it you can reveal a playing card or duplicate a drawing on a business card hidden completely under an opaque plate under test conditions.
A spectator selects a card while your back is turned and it is concealed under a plate. You are still able to divine it simply by placing your hands over the plate.
There is nothing concealed. The Perfect Passcode PIN Reveal: You tell your spectator that you are going to try to guess their Passcode (or PIN) to their cell phone, but that in order to do so, you first need to see his driver's license. You see his driver's license. The performer only thinks (no asking ANY questions to the spectator or saying ANY words to the spectator) and then immediately writes down 4 numbers on 4 post-it notes (1 number per post-it note). You show the spectator the first 2 of these post-it notes containing the numbers in a random fashion, and the spectator confirms that they DO mean something to him. There are ESP effects with 25 cards, some with 10 cards and a few with 5 cards, this effect only needs one symbol. A few blank cards are shown, participant selects any ESP symbol and inserts it into the packet of blank cards, they can even mix the cards if they prefer.
The performer never touches or views any of the cards. The cards are mixed further and then placed into an opaque bag. The performer turns around and removes a single card, the selected symbol. no marked cards. nothing is ever said or written. completely hands off. no math.
no spelling. instant repeatable. can be performed. Here is a stunning ten-minute routine for the magician to use as an encore at the end of his or her regular act. The performer demonstrates with devastating correctness that he can read the collective minds of several spectators. In a very informal and impromptu style, the magician offers to read the minds of the spectators.
He asks the audience to think of a question, name, relationship, number, color, etc. They are asked only to THINK these thoughts. Without further ado, the performer proceeds to call spectators by name, telling them of the exact thoughts in their minds at the moment, answering. 'I was blindsided by this new edition and method.
I love doing it and so will you. I use it now as a traveling piece of real mentalism. It is real thinking to the nth degree.' - Marc Salem The original has been one of the bestselling tricks in magic, having sold over 5000 copies. Here is a new improved version. The effect is the same, but the method has been improved.
Performer patters that Blindsight is the apparent ability to see colors and shapes which cannot be seen. You offer a simple experiment. You introduce 4 ungimmicked colored cards: Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow. Important: These are not directions for making this yourself. These are the directions that came with this trick that sold for $150. This PDF is designed for collectors who may have the props, but no directions, magic historians, and those simply curious as to how this trick was done.
Well worth the small price just to see how this incredible trick was accomplished. Considered by reviewers to be the best trick Devin Knight ever released. Two participants secretly choose words from a 'real vocabulary book' containing hundreds of words. There are no duplicate words in the book's word list.
The general effect and principle of Muscle Reading is that a person merely thinks of any object and you take hold of his wrist or hand and lead him to the article he is thinking of. In this improved method, we have overcome several obstacles to insure picking out the right subjects so you cannot fail. As anyone giving public performances wishes to be sure he will be able to accomplish what he starts out to do, this is a big asset.
We also have found a good reason for holding the subject's wrist, and last but not least have a practical apparent non-contact method. This throws the audience.
29 effects with Tarot cards. Here is what had to say about it: 'In the Play of Shadows' is a goldmine. Until now, it's been hard to find powerful effects that use Tarot cards. For me, effects with Tarot cards should include a fascinating story, and any moves need to look natural.
Complicated sleights and Tarot cards do not go well together. I have seen magicians destroy all credibility by performing feats of finger-flinging with Tarot cards. T C Tahoe obviously knows all this.
His book is full of powerful effects, created with simple moves, and every one of them has a delightful. All the owners of In-spy-ring can purchase for half price. A fundamentally miraculous but automatic and self working principle but used very innovatively for nine unique mentalism routines.
An interesting and captivating script and story. Heightens the entertainment value. Ready to use printable props.
Makes the routines very visual. Multiple novel revelation styles. Creates better impact and more retention value for the audience. All the above combine smoothly with synergy to produce nine powerful routines.
The basic underlying magic or trick happens automatically and you do not. The magician explains that a pack of cards includes 52 different values, and one of these card values he had imprinted in the spectators mind. He tells the spectator that he should think about different cards. He shouldn’t take the first that comes in his mind. During the whole process the spectator is free to change his selection, so that everything is fair and without forcing a certain card.
The magician takes a closed pack of cards and a thick black marker. He draws the outline of a playing card on the back of the card-box. He shows this outline and announces that he will now draw. You could start this effect like this: Have you ever known a great salesman? I mean the kind of person who consistently outperforms his colleagues, who’s able to maintain a high level of sales even during economic slumps? Some years ago I became aware of a study of such individuals, and what was especially intriguing is that each seemed to have the innate ability to project his will upon others, to influence prospective customers in such a way that they invariably did what he wanted.
I began to wonder if it was possible to hone one’s own influence to such a degree, and I’d like to share. Like a nail writer only more practical. For years mentalists have been racking their brains trying to find the perfect solution as to how to make an ink writer. Scott Xavier has found a practical solution you can make yourself. Unlike other systems, there's no cutting of ink cartridges, instead everything needed can be picked up at a local office supply store! You will also need an old thumb tip. In this video Xavier takes you through the steps to constructing the ink writer as well as how to use it in action.
1st edition 2011; runtime 15 minutes. 'Dee Christopher has taken the Brainwave effect to new heights with his new effect.
I looked for the R/S. There was nothing. He fooled the hell out of me.'
- InsaneWave is Dee Christopher's evolution of the BrainWave effect. The classic effect is that a named card is the only card in the deck with a different coloured or contrasting back design.
Dee wanted to take the effect further. Dee loved the image of spreading a deck and having multiple cards with different backs. He began work on forging a solution with several thoughts in mind. He wanted this deck to be normal, so that.
Based on a classic principle, the 4 routines explained in this ebook can become reputation makers for you. Right from a rank beginner to an experienced professional, any performer can adapt these routines to his/her stature and pull off these seemingly impossible card mentalism miracles. There is no sleight of hand and all the routines are totally hands off. The principle is completely self-working and almost impromptu. Only ordinary decks of playing cards are used - no gaffs or gimmicks are needed. The bonus is an esp routine performed with an ordinary esp deck. Learn the secrets of professional mentalist and magician Joel Dresnick.
Throughout this e-book you will read inspiring essays, learn incredible magic and mentalism utilizing modern technology, and learn powerful mind reading. Here are some of the effects featured in Instinct:. Card to Computer - A card visually jumps in and out of a computer screen. Scent - A powerful routine using smell as a way to connect two spectators. Chair Opener - An impressive way to open your favorite Chair routine. Googeling Card - Visual card magic using the popular website Google. Instinct - A spectator uses.
From the introduction: The method of blindfolding here in revealed for the first time is in advance of any thing of a similar nature attempted before and what is more important it is far more convincing. It has 'scores of times' thrown my audience into a state of complete 'DUMBFOUNDEDNESS' and confused several witnessing magicians who are already familiar with blindfold work. 1st edition 1938; 16 pages. Table of Contents page. Table of Contents.
INTRODUCTION. PART ONE.
What is 'INTUITIONAL SIGHT?' .
'THE BLINDFOLD' and ITS ACCESSORIES. 'The Construction of the Blindfold'. The. This is a complete presentation for corporate and professional groups - performance rights included.
It's no secret that public and keynote speaking is one of the most lucrative markets for the skilled mentalist. Instead of earning $500 to $1500 for a typical program, the speaker generally makes ten times that. Many mentalists, though, feel a bit awkward with the idea of wrapping a piece of entertainment up as a serious lecture. Probably because of the natural feeling that's it's just a bit dishonest to use mentalism as a means of 'selling' pop psychology or spurious science. It was exactly. The performer after talking to the audience about astrological numbers and how to work them out, asks anybody who wants to participate in an experiment to work out the astrological number of someone they know. A paper ball is thrown to select 3 random members of the audience; one of the three is selected.
This participant is invited onto the stage and is asked to sit with their eyes closed. The moment the participant closes their eyes the performer starts to receive thoughts, scribbles something on a business card and seals it inside an envelope. He hands the envelope to a member of the audience. This is one of George Anderson's most outstanding publication. All one-man effects. No confederates or assistants.
No cumbersome or heavy gimmicks. Balance between close-up and platform material. Only two card effects, both for close-up. Tested material routined by a showman.
Everything practical for today's working conditions. The First Prediction: A practical discussion of the mental act. No Questions Written: A new concept of question answering that qualifies as sensational. 'Easy Money' Mindreading: With a 2 cent gimmick that's worth $10.00. Playing Card Mindreading: A specialized. The performer states that for thousands of years, devices have been invented and used to measure and keep track of time. The first time measuring obelisks and water clocks were introduced in Mesopotamia and Egypt as early as 2000 BC.
Tonight, he continues, we're going to explore both time and its relation to man's ability to project images telepathically. Removing a small packet of blank cards, the performer explains they will be used to focus on an hour and a timekeeping device that will be thought of by a member of the audience. A volunteer is randomly selected to assist in the demonstration. This is not your typical magic video. While Tony Shiels demonstrates a few bizarre magic effects, it is for the most part a human interest piece. Tony invites us into his home as well as into the woods where we see him talking, walking, pointing at leaves and stones, giving performance advice and pondering the past - all done in his weird and unique way.
If you want to learn more about the personality behind Tony Shiels you will love this video. If you are after the next best effect you will certainly be disappointed. Includes a five minute intro with Martin Breese talking about his foray.
The name of this ebook partially comes from the fact you will learn nine amazing routines involving mentalism. You will also discover a method that possesses unique possibilities.
It is the power of this system that creates the magic behind each routine and thus the true reason for the title IX. Corporate Thoughts - Out of a list of 100 major companies a spectator makes a selection. A free thought is developed based upon the company chosen. In an astonishing display of ESP you are able to draw a design that is directly related to their very thoughts! 52 Thoughts - A super strong.
This long time favorite, now completely revised and enlarged, is now a valuable ebook for any showman's digital library. Complete details for a Spook Show, with many special effects: The Phantom Musician, Floating Dragon, Shadow Illusion, etc.
New and novel ways to present a thrill show on a small, medium, or elaborate scale. Much valuable information for Scout Jamborees, schools, play groups, or any group wanting to work up a sensational show.
Many parts adaptable to a magic show. 1st edition 1965, 43 pages; digital editions 2012, 33 pages. A practical and easy two-way out system. Janus V3 is a very simple and practical two-way out system.
It is impromptu and everything is examinable before and after. It allows you to leave your business card. To describe it, we can compare it to another system by called. The reader must also know another principle by Max Maven (in Videomind Volume 2) but the method and presentation are completely different. It also uses business cards (or jumbo cardboard cards). It can be done anytime with no setup. It is impromptu if you have a 'little something' with you (It is not a gimmick, it.
You begin by displaying a large clear jar containing multi-colored jellybeans. You invite various volunteers to take their best guess as to the exact amount. Now imagine a prediction that reveals which persons were the closest or who got the exact number. Works with 100% accuracy.
Repeat this effect with a different outcome. An impossible task, well get ready to suspend your disbelief, because the random numbers the participants gave were actually starring them in the face the entire time. By far, the easiest, almost impromptu, Jellybean prediction effect in existence. no pre-show. no.
Jiggery Pokery is a self-working three-phase Texas Hold 'em routine for mentalists and card workers and develops a principle by which he published as. This ebook is fully endorsed by Ben Harris 'This is great.
I am thrilled. 'A great self-working audience-participation routine. I like this ebook very much.' - 'Interesting and clever' – Gianfranco Preverino 'I appreciated your work (particularly the first part about the Prediction effect which looks excellent) not only and simply for the work itself but for the passion I found in it. Only with research can. Many of the best mentalists consider the Jinx the most important publication.
It is a treasure chest of ideas, methods, routines and commentary. A must read not just for mentalists but all magicians. Here is the most convenient form of the Jinx to date. You will get all 151 issues including all summer and winter extras.
Each issue is quickly accessible via a bookmark. You will get reproductions of all the old advertisements for the Jinx, the old three part index prepared by J. Thompson Jr., and a completely new 30 page index which has been alphabetized and spans all issues and extras. A 'No Card' Mystery Act. Completely routined and fully described, this 25 minute presentation has only a total carrying weight of 6 pounds, and does not make use of playing cards. Table of Contents page page.
The Classic Cigarette. Lu-Brent. A Visible Cigarette Vanisher. Lu-Brent.
Coins, En Route! Ottokar Fischer. Brr!! (Meaning 'Very Cold'). Otis Manning.
The Spectral Seamstress. Jordan. Lock and Key. Henry Fetsch. The Lucky Number Magic Square. Heath. The Mystery of the Blackboard.
Last Minute Notes. Julio's Psychic Pizza is an easy to perform and completely self-working prediction that allows a spectator to predict a pizza style (Olives and Anchovies, Italian, Classic, Hawaiian, etc) and the appropriate base (thick or thin) and an accompanying beverage (Milkshake, Iced Tea, Cola, Orange juice, etc). The performer introduces a colorful and glossy menu from Julio's Psychic Pizza Shop (est. Printed on the inside is a psychic circle of pizza styles representing what's available.The spectator thinks of any number between 1-1000 (no force) and counts around the circle (either clockwise. Instantly give any spectator psychic powers! This is a stage size version of Devin Knight's best-selling Poker Tells.
Considered by many to be one of his most baffling effects to date. This new version uses jumbo 5 x 7 inch playing cards so it can be seen from a stage. No longer a close-up item, but a stand-up item of mentalism that will fry any audience. The handling is different from the close-up version, so if you want to do this on stage, you need this PDF. The performer states that some card players seem to have psychic abilities.
These card players can correctly sense the cards in an. If you really had psychic powers, you could answer questions just thought of. There would be no need for the person to write the question or tell you what it was. He would just think of a question in his mind.
If you really had psychic powers you would immediately answer the question WITHOUT any pumping or fishing! There would be no hesitation! Of course, this sounds 100% impossible; unless, you really were psychic.
A noted performer once said, 'The man who can create an act whereby you ask a spectator to just THINK of the question and then you answer it.will be doing something. Kalenda is a card and diary routine in which the mentalist divines the spectator's star sign, exact birthday, and selected card.
As well as being a strong effect in its own right, it can lead into a cold reading, and also combines well with Michael's day for any date method. The ebook is 17 pages and it comes with a browser app which creates the necessary diary set-ups for each year, and also provides training in the method (which requires a certain amount of memory work and mental calculation). Download this HTML file from your digital shelf. No p.-s., accomplices, DR, or forces. Multi-phase routine that can be adapted to different.
This is a collection of clean, crisp and cool calendar routines which will baffle and startle your audience. They can live in your wallet or pocket and are ready for anytime and anywhere performance. There is nothing to memorize and no complex math. All the systems are easy and self working. You will be able to start doing these within 15 minutes of reading the instructions.
The routines are as follows. Roman Enigma - The performer claims to have photographed an ancient rock engraved inscription from recent secret Roman excavations which gives him the weird and inexplicable power to.
Ted Annemann #2 author (22nd February 1907 - 12th January 1942) Born in East Waverly, New York. Born Theodore John Squires, adopted by Stanley Anneman, Ted adding the second 'n' in 1930. Inspired at age 10 watching schoolmate do the Ball and Vase.
Learned at age 14 when bought a Gilbert magic set. Debut c1925 at age c18 with the Doc Kries medicine show. Pro mentalist. Invented 'Window Envelope' by 1931 and 'Flat Rabbit' in 1937.
Pet publicity stunt: 'Bullet Catching'. Voted one of the 10 Card Stars in 1938, although he was uncomfortable with sleights. Voted into the New York 'Inner Circle' by 1940. Founded-edited 1934-41 and The Sign of Exceptional Magic 1935-35. Best known for his contributions to the art of mentalism, he was an extraordinary card magician as well.
Annemann was an extremely talented performer, but a very troubled person. His almost unbearable bouts of stage fright gave him an ironic advantage when performing mentalism. Sometimes he would be so upset that he would shake and break out into a sweat; his audiences thought that this was 'proof' that he was putting forth incredible mental effort!
Annemann was preparing an exhibition of the Bullet Catch when life became too much for him, and he committed suicide. Coauthors: Ted Annemann products. Annemann’s Stop Trick Performer removes pack from case and shuffles cards. The spectator is asked to cut the pack in half and keep either part.
A card is chosen from one of the piles, and the spectator replaces it in the same pile. The performer deals from the other pile, asking the spectator to stop the deal whenever he chooses and to turn over the card at which he stops the performer. Assuming the stop card is a six, the cards immediately before and after the six are shown to be, for example, a ten and a two. Performer asks spectator to deal six cards from the first pile, and the freely.
Many of the best mentalists consider the Jinx the most important publication. It is a treasure chest of ideas, methods, routines and commentary. A must read not just for mentalists but all magicians. Here is the most convenient form of the Jinx to date. You will get all 151 issues including all summer and winter extras.
Each issue is quickly accessible via a bookmark. You will get reproductions of all the old advertisements for the Jinx, the old three part index prepared by J. Thompson Jr., and a completely new 30 page index which has been alphabetized and spans all issues and extras. This is the same ebook as except this one additionally includes the personal notes of Victor Farelli.
Farelli's notes can roughly be categorized in three groups. One is attribution where he writes the inventor's name, or at least the one he thought originated this particular force. The second group is quality, where he writes attributes like 'very good', 'ingenious' etc. And the third group are extensions, variations or entirely new forces. Some of these entries are even dated and could be of particular interest to historians.
Although I think these notes are quite interesting, please. Take out an originally sealed packet of cigarettes, open it and offer a cigarette to a spectator. The spectator can mark this cigarette in any way, perhaps with a small tear or a small dot with a pen. Then the spectator dumps his marked cigarette as well as all the other cigarettes from the packet into a hat or box or some other container and mixes the cigarettes thoroughly. As the hat is held above your eye level you take out one by one 19 cigarettes. None is the marked one, which is left inside the hat. You end completely clean.
A true Annemann miracle. Hindi new full movie download. A 'No Card' Mystery Act. Completely routined and fully described, this 25 minute presentation has only a total carrying weight of 6 pounds, and does not make use of playing cards.
Table of Contents page page. The Classic Cigarette. Lu-Brent. A Visible Cigarette Vanisher. Lu-Brent. Coins, En Route! Ottokar Fischer.
Brr!! (Meaning 'Very Cold'). Otis Manning. The Spectral Seamstress. Jordan.
Lock and Key. Henry Fetsch. The Lucky Number Magic Square. Heath. The Mystery of the Blackboard.
Last Minute Notes. Annemann describes a wealth of forty pieces in this wonderful booklet. The first, 'Call me up sometime' is a beautifully direct telephone miracle. This is a prime example of Annemann's mantra of 'effect before method'. I found the following line from Annemann's introduction funny: I like to do these things so well that someday I'm going to write a twenty page introduction and follow it with one trick!
Trouble is, however, that after that harangue the trick will HAVE to be good. First edition, 1934; 50 pages.
Table of Contents page page. Call Me Up Sometime. The Borrowed Deck Tragedy. This was the first book Annemann wrote. It has a glowing introduction by Al Baker, although later in their lives Al and Ted were not always the best of friends. As Annemann himself writes in the foreword, you will find routines employing simple methods and direct to-the-point presentations. This is mentalism at its best without any clutter confusing the effect.
A few rare photos of Annemann performing can be found as well. First edition, 1931, Max Holden; 62 pages Table of Contents page page. Introduction. Foreword. The 'Really New' Locator Card.
An Original Set Up Discovery. One in Fourteen. Annemann teaches thirteen commercial mentalism pieces with slates, cards, dollar bills, telephone books and cigarettes.
The majority of routines involves cards. Annemann's unique direct style is felt in each one of these effects.
First edition, 1939, Max Holden, New York; 20 pages. Table of Contents page page. Insto-Transpo. Stop. The Dollar-Cigarette Challenge.
Remote Control Improved. The Accessory. Mental Dollars. 'Number, Please'. Sensitive Thoughts. The Card Doctor.
Slates and Aces. Poker Plus. Thought, In Person. A Mental Headache. This booklet is indeed a bargain, with effects by Hewitt, J. Thompson and Annemann.
Among the effects you will find the famous Mental Masterpiece from Annemann. Table of Contents page page. Annemann's Diabolo Pellet Reading. The Modern Mindreader (Hewitt). Annemann's Psychic Writing.
Annemann's Mental Masterpiece. The New Double Telepathy Routine (Annemann). Greta Annemann's Eyes of the Unknown. 30th Century Television (Hewitt and Annemann). Coincidence (Hewitt).
Penetrating Vision (J. Thompson). The Impromptu Mind Reader.
GETIT! If you have ever wondered what is the best way to force a card or number or item in a certain situation, then you can stop wondering. This booklet is nothing but forcing methods.
It is ideal if you design your own routines and would like to find the most suitable force. It is also great for people who have problems with one or another force, since here they will find other methods to reach the same outcome.
Very simply said, get this ebook and stop worrying about your forces. You could also get the version which includes Victor Farelli's notes:. First edition, 1933, Max Holden, New York.
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