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Pure effect: Direct mind reading and magical artistry

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Condition
Used - Acceptable
Weight
14.1 oz
Language
English
Hardcover
164 pages

Description

If you are serious about mentalism and magic, this is one of the best books you can get on the subject. Read more

Specs 4

Publisher H & R Magic Books; 3rd edition (January 1, 2000)
Language English
Hardcover 164 pages
Item Weight 14.1 ounces

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This book is for the serious thinker who would normally disregard 99% of a magic-book's content.
I bought a third edition, Ive heard all three are different in very small ways. If your interested in Derren's work its a must have...I can say no more..Buy your own...
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2010 by A. Mosner

For Magicians & Mentalists ONLY!
So I managed to buy a copy of this book at a book sale my local Library was having, it cost $40 :). This book is really for the Magicians & Mentalists. If your just a person who just wants to learn how Derren Brown does his tricks, or is just starting out in magic and want to learn a few tricks for parties and to pick-up girls, then move along, cause this book will disappoint you in many ways. But if your into Magic and Mentalism, and want improve your routines and add some tricks to your sets, then this has to be in your book shelf. There is a ton of information about Presentation, story telling. There is a fairly large section for Card based magic tricks, and a fairly normal size on Mentalism. The tricks in the book are great for Table-hopping/ cocktail parties and a few but not many for stage magic. If you are serious about Magic and Mentalism then get this, if not then it's best you head out to a magic store instead of feeling sad and stupid for spending so much money. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2011 by John Kelly.

GREAT BOOK...STEEP PRICE
This book is a game changer for mentalists and magicians alike. Although I haven't bought the book because of the absurd price, I have read the book and learned allot from the book. Derren Brown truly took his time on this book, and oh man does it show. The only reason that I give it four stars is because of the ridiculous price. I know that the book is out of print, but its still allot of money, mabye if I reviewed it when it was still in print I would give it 5 stars. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2016 by Joseph Robert Jackson

One of the most insightful and well-written books on the art of illusion and mentalism I've ever read.
Derren Brown goes above and beyond simply describing the methodology of stunning illusions but also delves into extremely important areas for the practical magician: captivating an audience, making your routines more organic and natural, and getting as close as one can to "true mind-reading". Chock full of information for any serious magician or mentalist and definitely worth it if you can get your hands on a copy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2011 by Saad Khan
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