A captivating and eccentric read that’s unlike anything else!
Sleightly Absurd takes you on a wild ride through the whimsical mind of Charlie Frye, a true master of his craft. Inside this tome, you’ll uncover an array of hard-earned secrets he's honed, polished, and showcased over forty years on stages spanning six continents (yes, that’s quite a few!).
It's stuffed to the brim with mind-boggling musings and miraculous feats that have previously remained the closely guarded creations of this enigmatic conjurer.
Now, you lucky reader, can peek behind the curtain to discover the ins and outs (and everything in between) of over fifty brilliant tricks, each plucked from the genius of this unmatched magician.
Among the highbrow hocus pocus revealed are coin and card tricks—both the run-of-the-mill and the remarkable—along with an extensive exploration of the elusive "ACAAN"; parlor and stage wonders; three renditions of the "oldest trick in the book"; Frye's signature Eccentricks (think cartoonish gags, tricks, and stunts); mind-reading marvels; sneaky close-up dice dodges; and a whole lot more.
This hefty volume also includes a hilariously entertaining memoir along with a series of thought-provoking essays on character development, practice, and other bits of wisdom for today’s mystery entertainer (and anyone who takes their art more seriously than themselves).
A book like no other—because let’s be honest, there simply isn’t one!
No expense has been spared in its making!
A monumental masterpiece of magic and mischief, from the one and only Charlie Frye!
Indeed, there’s no one quite like him!
A 298-page deluxe oversized 8 x 10" hardcover, 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
