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Magic Video - Angels May Shuffle But The Devil Still Deals by Steve Mayhew
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Magic Video - Angels May Shuffle But The Devil Still Deals by Steve Mayhew

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Unlock the Genius of Steve Mayhew's Card Magic

Step into the fascinating world of advanced card magic with 'Angels May Shuffle But The Devil Still Deals' by Steve Mayhew. This digital download presents an exceptionally clever and unique application of the Gilbreath principle, or a closely related mathematical concept, specifically tailored for creating powerful poker deal effects. Mayhew's insights transcend traditional card tricks, offering a deeper understanding of how mathematical elegance can be harnessed to achieve truly baffling results. If you're a magician with an interest in the underlying principles of card magic, a passion for strong poker deals, or a desire to explore innovative mathematical applications, this resource is an absolute must-have for your digital library.

Master Deceptive Poker Deal Effects

Steve Mayhew's ingenious method enables you to perform poker deals that are not just impressive, but genuinely astounding. Imagine being able to seemingly control the outcome of a deal with uncanny precision, leaving your audience questioning the very nature of chance. This material goes beyond simple sleight of hand, delving into the strategic arrangement of cards that allows for impossible-seeming feats. You'll learn how to execute deals that convey an almost supernatural command over the deck, making you a master of card control and deception. Each effect is designed to be robust and highly deceptive, ensuring maximum impact on your spectators.

A Comprehensive Guide to Advanced Routines

This valuable digital download is a reprint of Mayhew's original notes, expanded with the celebrated 'Freedom' effect from his lecture material. It provides a structured learning experience, starting with the core principle and moving through preparation to advanced routines. You'll explore a compelling repertoire including 'The Ultimate Double Duke,' 'Ultimate Gardner-Marlo,' 'Ten-Card Finale,' and practical applications for 'Blackjack' scenarios. The highlight, 'Freedom - The Mayhew Poker Deal,' is a routine that alone justifies the exploration of this profound work. Each routine is explained with clarity, allowing you to integrate these powerful effects into your performances with confidence and skill.

Elevate Your Card Magic Repertoire

'Angels May Shuffle But The Devil Still Deals' offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of magic's most insightful thinkers. This isn't just about learning tricks; it's about understanding the 'why' behind the 'how,' providing you with tools to create your own variations and deepen your magical understanding. Originally released in 1999 by Me and the Other Guy Productions, this timeless material continues to inspire and challenge magicians worldwide. Prepare to transform your approach to card magic and deliver astonishing, mathematically driven effects that will leave a lasting impression on any audience.


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Steve Mayhew has come up, with what must be the most clever application of the Gilbreath principle, or strictly speaking a principle closely related to Gilbreath's. He achieves with this idea extremely strong poker deal effects. If you are only remotely interested in poker deals, mathematical principles, or in particular the Gilbreath principle, you must read this ebook. This ebook is a reprint of his notes with the same title plus the effect "Freedom" from his lecture notes.

1st edition, 1999, Me and the Other Guy Productions.

Table of Contents

section   section
  1. Acknowledgments
  2. Introduction
  3. The Principle
  4. Getting Ready
  5. The Zarrow Sequence
 
    Routines

  1. The Ultimate Double Duke
  2. Ultimate Gardner-Marlo
  3. Ten-Card Finale
  4. Blackjack
  5. Freedom - The Mayhew Poker Deal
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Grace Campbell

December 14, 2025
Perfect classroom demo.
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Sophia Clark

October 10, 2025
It fits my style perfectly.