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Peter Nardi Inner circle 2238 Posts |
Hi Guys,
I just want to give you the heads up on a new book which is coming out very soon! I know a lot of you have been waiting for it. Here's the blurb.... In 2003, Luke Jermay invited Caleb Strange to write a book: nearly four years in the making, The Garden of the Strange is the brilliant result. This beautifully written, deeply affecting book takes Mr. Strange’s trademark blend of innovative thinking and stunning presentations to the next level. With twenty compelling and original routines, and an additional half-dozen ‘from your pocket’ variations, this eagerly awaited work will be of great use and interest to mentalists, bizarrists, and table-hoppers alike. Yet beyond its fine, audience-centred effects, The Garden of the Strange contains something more, of equal value to the working performer. For tucked away within its full and thorough notes, the attentive reader will find explained a wide range of powerful yet often neglected techniques (linguistic, literary, theatrical), which can be used to maximise the impact and enhance the quality of one’s work. The Garden of the Strange, then, is a thrilling and, above all, fresh exploration of the art of the impossible: a lyrical and accomplished volume, it has been called, more than once, ‘the most inspiring book of magic I have yet read’. Regards Peter |
harishjose Special user 932 Posts |
Latest and Greatest....
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To believe is Magic.
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Caleb Strange Special user Manchester UK 676 Posts |
Further to the blurb, here is a brief rundown on the book. As Peter said, there are twenty main routines in the book. A very few of the routines have large-scale theatrical presentations, but I have taken care to ensure that there are ‘from your pocket/attaché case’ variations for every effect. These variations, many of which I regard as routines in their own right, take the effect count up to nearly thirty.
The magic is playful, gentle, and exploratory; the presentations and notes are full and detailed. There are things of interest, I have been told, for both mentalists and bizarrists. Even the parlour magician and table-hopper will find something of use, I believe. Anyway, here is a short précis of each of the routines: Hunting Mammoths in the Rain An ancient symbol, carved on rock, induces a rich stink of memory in a volunteer. Other members of the audience also share this powerful experience. In your hands A client’s question is answered in stunning symbolic fashion during a tarot reading. The Collector A story about collecting. I’ll take your hand, my love, and we’ll remember An elderly lady feels young again, and mistily dreams of her first sweetheart. Stepping as through a waterfall A borrowed coin bends and then melts visibly away, as you relate a chilling story. Wishing star O Momma! Don’t want to tip this one here. But YES! It works. Trust me . Bubbles A poignant story about bubbles, and what they contain. Safe Hands A nasty and bloody story about revenge. Junior A canine-toothed nibble of comic whimsy. A certain charm An embarrassing situation is resolved in a pleasing and most civilized manner. The Koestler Protocol A spectator mentally selects a target picture, which you are able to duplicate under test conditions. As well as the very clean (I’m told) drawing duplication, there are variations for Remote Viewers, Bizarrists, and elfin Enchantresses. Synchronicity A spectator shares a dream and something wonderful happens. A profound, meaningful coincidence – synchronicity. Sinne Eater An atmospheric ‘period’ story about eating. Bonus inclusion: Caleb’s recipe for plum cake. We eat what we are In a communal act of courage, you and your guests resolve long-troubling memories. A rose without thorns An impromptu séance ends in an unlikely and disturbing manner. (Includes a fun Fortean variation.) Hidden treasure Magic sparkles delightfully in an unexpected place. The wrong side of the road A story with a thought-provoking twist. The Ten Thousand Things A member of your audience – a stranger to you – duplicates another’s drawing on stage. Play the film backwards A life in pictures. The Vanishing Your show ends in a truly extraordinary manner. Plus bonus magic of a scintillating nature. The book is being published by Alakazam Magic - http://www.alakazam.co.uk/ - and should be ready in about five weeks. Any further questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Regards, Caleb Strange.
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Lord Of The Horses Inner circle 5406 Posts |
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On 2007-03-30 12:29, Caleb Strange wrote: I like this one! Just as a note : Alain Bellon and myself have played with a similar idea in a private forum (TRI in 2001 circa) and then we let it drop. You seem to have pursued the same idea (independently, I think) and you ended-up with a finished (and, hopefully, polished) routine... BRAVO CALEB! I would buy the book just for this design duplication "swindle"...
Then you'll rise right before my eyes, on wings that fill the sky, like a phoenix rising!
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Magical Dimensions Inner circle 5001 Posts |
I just ordered this book. I am really new to this kind of entertainment so I have little to jude it with. In other words I am not really sure what I am getting myself into! LOL
I am sure that I will be surprise in its content! Next book, Bigger Book of Boo! Seems that a guy can't go wrong with The Garden Of The Strange and BOO! LOL Ray Noble |
Tom Jorgenson Inner circle LOOSE ANGLES, CALIFORNIA 4451 Posts |
How much?
We dance an invisible dance to music they cannot hear.
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Andrew Loh Inner circle Malaysia 1455 Posts |
About how many pages contain in this book?
Thanks! Check out my new card magic eBooks "The Magnificent Queens" & "Triple Charms" at: www.cardicianden.com My Cardician Den Blog: http://pasteboards.blogspot.com/ |
Caleb Strange Special user Manchester UK 676 Posts |
170 pages, or about 60,000 words.
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Caleb Strange Special user Manchester UK 676 Posts |
On the off chance Tom's question above was not an invitation to bet then the book is available for £24.99 from http://www.alakazam.co.uk or http://www.alakazam-usa.com
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naquada Regular user 198 Posts |
Did I say I got my copy this morning looks a good read so far
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fred200 Loyal user 213 Posts |
I got my book this morning and I cant stop of reading is a great book so far my personal favorites is "In your hands" "stepping as through a water fall" "A rose without thorns" and "the collector" any of these paid the ticketof admission for the book for me thank you caleb!!.
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Magical Dimensions Inner circle 5001 Posts |
Hey guys, did I have fun the other day!
I was with some people and we got talking about kids (children). LOL I thought about 'Junior' and wished that I had the cards made up. Then I thought what the heck, a good story is a good story! So I grab the arm of the person next to me and looked into their eyes and began! LOL When I started talking and pausing as if I was worried I noticed that everyone in the room was 100% focus on me. I grab the same persons arm when I said, "And that was ten years ago" LOL Man, I had everyone into the story. People didn't know what to think about it. Some smiled but I could tell that they just couldn't finger out if I was serious or joking. I kept a straight face and spoke from a deep hurt and sad place. LOL I asked the person next to me to look at (I do not want to give away the end if you haven’t gotten this book yet) MAN! What reaction! I thought the person was going to ship their pants as they tried to escape from the stories ending. That was the most fun that I have had in a long time! You just can't beat a good story! Best Ray Noble |
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