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Magic of Michael Ammar

Magic of Michael Ammar

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The Magic of Michael Ammar is a must-have gem for anyone serious about the enchanting world of magic. Michael Ammar, hailed by Magic Magazine as “one of the most influential magicians of the 20th Century,” has dazzled everyone from presidents to celebrities with his captivating performances. Now, he’s laid bare his secrets in this extensive, beautifully illustrated tome!

This hefty book isn't just a pretty face; it’s packed with Ammar’s finest creations, featuring a smorgasbord of close-up, stand-up, casual, and restaurant magic—complete with full scripts and presentation tips (because who doesn’t want to sound clever whilst performing?). You’ll find his iconic Cups and Balls routine nestled among a treasure trove of expertly crafted tricks. And yes, there are essays that dive headfirst into Ammar’s unique philosophy on magic, practical advice on making your performances unforgettable, and even tips on how to negotiate those performance fees (because let’s be honest, we all want to earn a few extra quid).

The Magic of Michael Ammar is more than just a collection of tricks; it’s a deep exploration of the mind of one of magic’s brightest stars, featuring material that’s practically become magic gospel due to its undeniable brilliance. Ammar even spills the beans on wisdom handed down from his mentor, Dai Vernon, to help you refine your magical skills to their utmost potential.

If you’re itching to step up your magic game (and let’s face it, who isn’t?), The Magic of Michael Ammar has everything you need to get there.

Introduction (by David Copperfield)
Foreword (by Michael Ammar)
Preface (by Mike Maxwell)

CHAPTER 1: Cups & Balls

  • Stand-up Cups & Balls
  • The Dai Vernon Wand Spin
CHAPTER 2: Utilities
  • Retention Vanish
  • Amazing Coin Vanish (by Rick Anderson)
  • Fingertip Coin Vanish (by John Carney)
  • Ultimate One-Finger Spellbound
  • Corner Switch
  • Bottom Deal Force
  • Wiped Clean #1
  • Wiped Clean #2
  • Clip Card Vanish
  • Cut And Restored Rope Replacement
  • Side Steal
  • Thumb tip Finesse
CHAPTER 3: Eight Philosophical Essays On Magic
  • In The Men's Hut
  • Super Group
  • I've Got Rhythm
  • The Unspoken Performance
  • Lying: The Unconscious Dilution Of Impact
  • Get More Rubals From Your Magic
  • I'm In Training
  • Have No Mercy
CHAPTER 4: Social Workers
  • This'll Flip You Out
  • Coin On Ceiling
  • Card Matrix
  • Snort But Sweet (by Bob Chesebro)
  • Silver Certificate (by Lou Gallo)
  • Coin In Pen Cap (by David Williamson)
CHAPTER 5: Restaurants
  • New Wave Coins Across (by Mike Gallo)
  • Reverse Matrix (by David Williamson)
  • The Vanishing Glass
  • Coins Through Table Kicker (by Mike Gallo)
  • Now Cut That Out (by David Williamson)
  • Switching Sandwiches
  • Torn And Restored Cigarette #1
  • Torn And Restored Cigarette #2
  • Ring Band-It
  • Did You Order Salt Or Pepper
  • Bluefield Debut
  • Broken And Restored Rubber Band Finesse
  • The Linking Headbands Pinch
CHAPTER 6: Reputation Makers
  • Pencil Thru Quarter
  • The Iceman Cometh
  • Card Cubes
  • Let's Hit The Bottle
CHAPTER 7: Stand-Up
  • Silk To Egg
  • Indoor Baseball
  • Signed Bill In Light Bulb
  • Billy. The Hypnotized Balloon
  • The Two Card Trick
  • Haley's Comet
CHAPTER 8 Magic Management
  • Custom Cue Sheets
  • Show Sheets
  • Personal Project Planner
  • Booking Sheets
CHAPTER 9: Classic Renditions
  • The Thumb tip Bill Switch
  • The Crazy Man's Handcuffs
CHAPTER 10: Bonus Chapter
  • False Count With Coins
  • Multiple Coin Production
  • Double Colour Change
  • Kointakey
  • Inversion (by James Lewis)
  • Incredible Coins Across
  • The Vernon Theory Of Artistic Advancement: An Essay
  • Challenging Your Experiences: An Essay
  • Where Do You Stand?: An Essay
  • On Magic Competition - Part One: Technical Preparation
  • On Magic Competition - Part Two: Mental Preparation
  • Pencil Thru Quarter Finesse (by David Williamson)
CHAPTER 11: Making Magic Memorable
  • The Development Of Style
  • Eight Principles For Making Magic Memorable
CHAPTER 12: Negotiating Higher Performance Fees
  • Negotiating
  • The Three Stages Of Negotiation
  • Nine Gambits
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