Ebook - The Invisible Pass by Jean Hugard & Frederick Braue (Digital Download)
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Unlocking the Mystery of The Invisible Pass
Immerse yourself in the classic art of card magic with 'The Invisible Pass,' an essential ebook by the legendary duo Jean Hugard and Frederick Braue. This digital download offers a deep dive into one of card magic's most elusive and powerful techniques: the Invisible Pass. Often considered a cornerstone for advanced card workers, the pass is a notoriously difficult move to master. Many instructional texts only offer a cursory glance, leaving aspiring magicians with more questions than answers. However, this seminal work breaks new ground by dedicating its entire focus to this single, pivotal sleight, ensuring a level of understanding previously unattainable.
A Groundbreaking Approach to Card Magic
First published in 1946, 'The Invisible Pass' holds a unique place in magic history as arguably the very first book wholly devoted to a single sleight. Hugard and Braue meticulously crafted this guide with a revolutionary pedagogical approach for its time. Inside, you'll find not just extensive text, but a rich array of beautifully laid out photographs and detailed drawings illustrating every critical stage of the Invisible Pass. This visual learning methodology demystifies the complex mechanics, making the learning curve smoother and the mastery more achievable. You'll gain a thorough and systematic explanation that leaves absolutely no question unanswered about this intricate form of the pass.
Historical Insight and Expert Instruction
Beyond its technical brilliance, this ebook provides fascinating historical context. It includes excerpts from a revealing 1944 letter from Fred Braue to Paul Fleming, where Braue first discusses his 'invisible pass' and his collaboration with Hugard. Discover how renowned magician Charlie Miller was so baffled by Braue's execution of the move that he couldn't detect the pass even when performed repeatedly. This rare glimpse into the creators' thoughts and the move's early impact adds an invaluable layer to your study. With 29 pages of expert instruction from its original 1946 edition, this PDF offers timeless wisdom.
Instant Access to Magic's Secrets
As an instant digital download, 'The Invisible Pass' is available at your fingertips, ready to be studied whenever and wherever you choose. Step into the minds of master magicians and elevate your card handling skills to new heights. Please note: This product is a digital PDF ebook; no physical gimmick or cards are included.
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The Invisible Pass by Jean Hugard & Frederick Braue ( Instant Download )
It is supposedly the first book devoted to a single sleight – beautifully layed out with photos as well as drawings off all stages of the invisible pass. A detailed and thorough explanation of this form of the pass. The pass is a difficult move. Many books barely scratch the surface when they try to teach a shift or pass. This book is entirely devoted to a single move and leaves no open questions.
In a letter to Paul Fleming Nov 5th 1944 Fred Braue talks about his "invisible pass" for the first time： "…I mentioned earlier a special interest in the "pass". Jean and I are doing another little booklet， this time on the Invisible Pass， in which illustrations will take the place of text. This is being done as an experiment， in an attempt to record a new pass which is exceptionally good. It's one which I've been using for a good many years and which， up to now， I've kept to myself. Several months ago Charlie Miller was so interested in the move (he couldn't see the pass although I did it repeatedly) that I gave him some of the moves …" More of this letter can be found in our ebook version of this great book. [The contents of this letter was generously contributed by Jan Janson.]
1st edition， 1946， Hugard and Braue， New York and California; 29 pages.
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PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download ,Gimmick not included
