Device and Illusion - Jim Steinmeyer (used)

Jim Steinmeyer’s first book on stage illusions, containing 9 surprising and deceptive illusions and 6 stand-up effects for magicians. In each case, the emphasis is on presentation and practicality, with diagrams and dimensions so the effects can be constructed in workshops. Now a standard text on the subject, Device and Illusion has been acclaimed as a valuable and important collection of effects, and many of the illusions in the book have been featured by professional magicians. Contents: 5 Acknowledgements7 About the Author9 Introduction 13 Houdini’s Rope21 Neon31 Perforation43 The Artist’s Daydream53 India Rubber61 Through a One Inch-Hole71 Small Packages81 Hot Air93 The Lady in the Puzzle 107 Six Routines107 The Two-Sided Triangle109 Knot Unexpected: cut and restored rope with gimmicked knife112 Black Confetti117 Needles: East Indian Needle Trick119 San Fernando Monte123 Smoke and Fire: signed bill to lit cigar 131 In Conclusion: developing and performing magic USED (but excellent condition), Hardcover, 134 pages