Much of harry lorayne s approach to mnemonics is actually nearly the same as the earlier course by one mr. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. Harry lorayne s official magic website buy books, e books, dvds and products here harry lorayne s newest book is called, how to perform feats of mathematical wizardry. Closeup card magic harry lorayne s magic book is about general magic while harrys closeup card magic is about card magic. Lorayne s exalted reputation began with closeup card magic 1962, which became an instant classic. I would recommend that you read the magic book first because it teaches you the basic card magic sleights needed for the closeup card magic book. The magic book is an excellent resource of rich information about the complexity and fascinating secrets about the wonderful art of magic. Harry lorayne is an american magician and a memorytraining specialist and writer who was called the yoda of memory training by time. The main characters of this psychology, self help story are.
The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere closeup magic. This book is one which belongs in every magicians library. Magic book, the by harry lorayne quality magic books. The magic book by harry lorayne, other format barnes.
The filmed version of the harry lorayne memory course, featuring harry lorayne and chicago second city, 1978. Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. I didnt get on well with the format of the memory book. The magic book by harry lorayne pdf conjuring arts. Sample of harry loraynes personal collection by conjuring. The magic book reveals the secrets of magicians the simple techniques that will enable anyone to perform seemingly complicated magic tricks with relative. In the magic world, harry lorayne is considered to be the best writerteacher of, entertainer with, playing cards. With characteristic wit and directness, harry lorayne explains the secrets of a few simple techniques that will enable anyone to perform the most complicated magic. Besides paying through paypal, you can also pay by check or moneyorder. The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere close up magic. Roth look for the roth memory course many years prior. Find great deals for mathematical wizardry by harry lorayne book. Barrie richardson theater of the mind, act 2, curtain call. Lorayne writes in his easy to understand style, just like in his card magic books that are primarily published for the magic profession.
The first edition of the novel was published in 1974, and was written by harry lorayne. Harry lorayne is the most influential author, publisher, and teacher of magic routines in the world today, according to randy wakeman. In the magic book, lorayne presents a complete and solid grounding in the basics of sleightofhand magic. Illustrated kindle in motion illustrated harry potter b mrs miracle msm miracle miracle the. His book the memory book was a new york times bestseller. The magic book by harry lorayne 1977, other for sale. Allen, london illustrated with drawings by richard kaufman. The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere, sleightofhand. His card magic, especially his innovations in card harry lorayne is an american magician and a memorytraining specialist and writer who was called the yoda of memory training by time magazine. Chapter 5 is entirely devoted to the curry turnover change. That reputation grew in leaps and bounds with each succeeding book. A guide to remembering what to learn harry lorayne math made easy harry lorane the memory book lorayne harry potter and the philosophers stone. Best of friends, harry loraynes special effects, the magic book, closeup card magic, my favourite card tricks, and decksterity.
The magic book by harry lorayne 1977, other for sale online. Free shipping due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Lorayne provides simple stepbystep instructions for many amazing tricks and, after each section, harry discusses the problems most beginners may have with the trick just taught. I still go back to it every now and then, after 30 years.
Nov 25, 2019 harry lorayne books are some of the oldest in my library and the greatest practical knowledge base about card magic that i could imagine. Lorayne s exalted reputation began with closeup card magic 1962, which became an instant. Order the book my favorite card tricks by harry lorayne from. Loraynes exalted reputation began with closeup card magic 1962, which became an instant.
Harry lorayne is best known today as a memory expert. The magic book has never before been offered as a pdf download. For twenty years, lorayne wrote and published the monthly magazine apocalypse, which was created and started with richard j. Interesting a company is advertising this great special harry lorayne s latest book which it isnt. Harry lorayne, 48 liberty street newburyport, ma 01950.
The magic book supports that contention by demonstrating that lorayne teaches one how to be a magician, that is, how to make real magic happen, as opposed to simply doing tricks. Lorayne was a national celebrity as both a television performer and as a bestselling authorbut that had nothing to do with card tricks. Every feat in this book is done with basic items, a deck of cards, coins, rubber bands, even a potato. Download magic book lorayne harry w h allen book pdf free download link or read online here in pdf. The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere sleightofhand magic. Lorayne explains the technique in great detail and you will find some very good applications for the move. Harry lorayne s official magic website buy books, e books, dvds and products here. Medium, january 2004, magic book contents, released. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The himber wallet book by harry lorayne martins magic. The magic book the complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere, sleightofhand magic. Featured products harry loraynes official magic website.
Paul gordon interviews harry lorayne april 2020 youtube. Im wondering who has read any of harry lorayne s work outside of magic in the field of memory, and which of his works on the subject would be considered the best to get or the most prominent. To help new magicians develop their techniques, harry lorayne provides a special afterthought section at the end of each magic trick where he discusses possible problems that most beginners have with the trick he has just explained. The magic book hardcover import, 1977 by harry lorayne author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Magic book, the by harry lorayne click to buy from an authorized dealer. Lorayne provides simple stepbystep instructions for hundreds of amazing tricks. This is one of my favorite alltime magic books ever since i first checked it out of the library decades ago as a school boy. Harry lorayne s apocalypse was one of magic s most exciting periodicals. Starting with cards, he explains the basics of false shuffling, false cuts, double lifts, palming, and forces. The conjuring arts research center is proud to have partnered up with harry lorayne to be the exclusive retailer of this exciting, new format. Harry lorayne s most popular book is the memory book.
There are a few expensive deluxe collectors editions numbered, signed, in slip cases, etc. For example, hes written over 30 books on card tricks. A link will be sent to you shortly after your purchases are processed. I am not a dealer and this item is not for sale on this site. This item will ship to united states, but the seller has not specified shipping options. To go back to the start, harry had been performing table magic in a club, going from one table to the next, performing close up card tricks, while still a young man. For all the books and journals he would eventually produce about card and closeup magic, he mostly kept that side of his life from the public.
Theres a reason for the success of any harry lorayne book. There are no props to buy, no preparations to make, no gadgets to construct. Lorayne is generally considered in magic circles to be a living legend and his card magic, especially his innovations in card sleights, some originally created nearly 60 years ago, are still being used by professional magicians to this day. Contains effects with cards, coins, mind reading, magic squares wow. As a world recognized magician, lorayne has invented and refined techniques which are now widely used by currentday amateur and professional magicians. Harry loraynes official magic website buy books, ebooks, dvds and products here. Six las vegas casinos wont deal blackjack to him because of his ability to remember cards. See details the magic book by harry lorayne beginners guide sleight of hand 1983 softcover. The magic book softback harry loraynes official magic. The magic cafe forums harry loraynes memory system. The books by harry lorayne clearly and crisply teaches all the most efficient and significant techniques with tutorials. The magic cafe forums harry lorayne s memory system. Harry lorayne s the magic book 2 likes cardstudent new user greer, sc 57 posts. Illustrated kindle in motion illustrated harry potter b harry potter and the philosophers stone.
The magic cafe forums harry loraynes the magic book. Closeup card magic by harry lorayne martins magic collection. Magic book of harry lorayne harry lorayne vanishing inc. Excellent book with many fine and now famous routines. Harry lorayne has 47 books on goodreads with 15108 ratings. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 224 pages and is available in paperback format. I suspect some of his other books would work better for me. The scan of this book was updated on 14 january 2014. The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere close up magic lorayne, harry on. I really cant say more about this book than i have already said, other than it is really a collectors item if you want a book with enough magic to last a lifetime, this is it. In addition to the practical instruction, lorayne provides the philosophy of magic as it has never. And there have been advances in mnemonics in the decades since. His explanation of the jog shuffle is vital for every magician who works with cards.
Lorayne had written this book with passion, he starts it with talking about how he started the journey of magic when he was a little kid and how it gave him confidence and courage to start a talk with anybody, then dedicates 150 pages to teach you all you need to know about card magic. Whats interesting is that special effects is on my magic website listed under this post the one with the word magic in it for less money and. Harry loraynes most popular book is the memory book. In the magic world, harry lorayne is considered by some to be the best writerteacher of, entertainer with, playing cards. Magic book of harry lorayne harry lorayne vanishing. Top 10 best harry lorayne books top rated harry lorayne.
John hamman, slydini, frank garcia, herb zarrow, eddie fechter, alex elmsley, henry christ, sol stone, ken krenzel, howard schwarzman, sid lorraine, martin gardner, martin nash. Read online magic book lorayne harry w h allen book pdf free download link book now. The magic book by harry lorayne 1977, other 1 product rating about this product. Its actually loraynes original and engaging presentation of a collaborative creation of author, mathematics junkie, skeptic, amateur magician and all round polymath martin gardner, along with the prolific card magic innovator, ed marlo.
This was probably the first gamblingthemed routine i ever performed on a regular basis. The classic guide to improving your memory at work, at school, and at play pdf epub book. Every feat in the magic book can be performed with common household items. The complete beginners guide to anytime, anywhere, sleightofhand magic written by harry lorayne 1977 work of harry lorayne 306 pages hardcover, published by w. Sep 15, 20 books by harry lorayne closeup card magic personal secrets my favorite card tricks decksterity best of billfooled the hundred dollar book dingles deceptions reputationmakers.
Published from 1978 to 1997, it featured fresh sleightofhand magic from legendary magicians like. Magic ebooks harry loraynes official magic website. Tough to pick favorites but top choices include reputation makers, quantum leaps, rim shots and card classics of ken krenzel. With characteristic wit and directness, harry lorayne explains the secrets of a few simple techniques that will. The classic guide to improving your memory at work, at school, and at play by harry lorayne and jerry lucas aug 27, 1996 4.
In addition to his immense contribution to memorization training, harry lorayne has made significant contributions to the field of magic. The magic book by harry lorayne, 9781935909989, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Harry lorayne memory improvement and the magic of mnemonics. Mathematical wizardry by harry lorayne book penguin magic. And you gotta agree he makes this place a lot funnier too. Apr 03, 2019 in addition to his immense contribution to memorization training, harry lorayne has made significant contributions to the field of magic.