Sleightly Absurd by Charlie Frye

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Charlie Frye is a world-famous magician and entertainer with over forty years of experience. He shares his best effects and priceless tips in his book, Sleightly Absurd.

The book includes dozens of routines for close-up and parlor shows. You will find a plethora of card and coin tricks, tricks with sponge balls and jumbo props, mental routines, and much more.

Magicians have always been interested in Charlie’s take on the classic ACAAN routine (Any Card At Any Number). He offers three versions here. But there are plenty more effects explained in the book.

The book offers six thought-provoking essays besides the brilliant and creative tricks. He covers multiple topics, including character development, which can be especially intriguing to many, considering Charlie's strong stage persona.

Sleightly Absurd will be appreciated the most by magicians who have mastered the basics of sleight of hand with cards and coins.