Prepare yourself for a delightful romp through the whimsical world of magic!
Sleightly Absurd is not just a book; it’s a peek into the wonderfully twisted mind of Charlie Frye. Within these pages, you'll discover a treasure trove of hard-earned secrets that he’s polished and perfected over nearly forty years, performing across six continents (yes, he’s been everywhere and done it all).
This volume is positively bursting at the seams with baffling tricks, quirky thoughts, and miracles that have been closely guarded by this enigmatic master of the craft. And now, you have the chance to sneak a backstage pass to over fifty astonishing feats, all plucked from Frye's genius brain.
Among the highbrow conjuring capers covered are tricks with both ordinary and extraordinary coins and cards—including an in-depth exploration of the elusive "ACAAN"; parlor and stage effects that’ll leave your audience gasping; three takes on the "oldest trick in the book"; Frye's signature Eccentricks (cartoon-illustrated gags, tricks, and stunts that’ll make you chuckle); mind-bending mentalism; close-up dice dodges; and a smorgasbord of other delights.
To top it all off, you'll find a hilariously entertaining memoir and a collection of thought-provoking essays about character development, practice, and other matters for the modern-day magician (and anyone who believes in taking their craft seriously, whilst not taking themselves too seriously).
It’s a book unlike any other—because, quite frankly, there’s nothing else like it!
No expense has been spared in the making of this masterpiece!
A gargantuan guide to conjuring and capers from the one and only Charlie Frye!
Truly, he’s in a league of his own!
A 298-page deluxe oversized 8 x 10" hardcover volume, lavishly illustrated with over 1000 photographs. Smyth sewn binding for your reading pleasure.
Advance praise for Sleightly Absurd:
"Here you will find cleverly crafted magic, brilliantly presented. Don't just absorb all this wonderful magic; assimilate his artist ethic, his pro-tips, and be inspired by his process. This is where the craft approaches the lofty title of 'art.' My highest recommendation." - John Carney
"Occasionally you will meet someone in your life that is just really, really good at everything they do. It's pretty annoying. Charlie Frye makes everything look clever, funny and so effortless. He is a master in every sense. He has spent years developing an impressive collection of great material. Not just a creator but as a world-class performer. Charlie and Sherry are one of the most sought after acts on the planet. Study this man, learn his ways of thinking, rehearsing, ethics, and performing. Get into his head. It will make you a better performer. If you are lucky enough to have Charlie as a friend as I have, by example, he will make you a better person. This book is a great place to start." - Kevin James
