Unleash the Secrets of 'The Underground Man'

Delve into the legendary world of Lou Gallo's groundbreaking magic with 'The Underground Man,' an indispensable ebook by Richard Kaufman and Mark Phillips. This digital download provides instant access to a treasure trove of ingenious sleights and routines, meticulously designed to baffle and 'fry' even the most discerning magical minds. Lou Gallo was renowned for his ability to lead magicians down the garden path, then reveal an unexpected twist that left them utterly dumbfounded. Now, you can learn these very principles and incorporate them into your own performances.

Masterpieces in Coin and Card Magic

This comprehensive 126-page volume is divided into two primary sections, offering an unparalleled exploration of both coin and card magic. In 'Masterpieces in Coin Magic,' you'll uncover Gallo's signature techniques like 'The Gallo Pitch,' 'Pitch Flight,' and 'Rub Rub,' alongside clever routines such as 'Thieves and Sheep' and 'Purs-e-verance.' These are not mere tricks; they are lessons in advanced misdirection and deceptive execution that will elevate your coin work to professional levels.

The 'Singular Creations in Card Magic' section is equally profound, presenting a wealth of innovative card effects. Learn astonishing routines like 'Lost and Found Aces,' 'Christmas Aces,' and the highly deceptive 'New Signed Card.' Gallo's ingenuity shines through methods such as 'One-Way Pips,' 'Bent Key,' and the intricate 'Two-Card Reverse.' Every page is packed with practical, performer-tested material that will enhance your sleight of hand and storytelling.

Expert Collaboration and Clear Instruction

Authored by respected magic pioneers Richard Kaufman and Mark Phillips, 'The Underground Man' benefits from the expert illustrations of Joseph K. Schmidt, ensuring every move and nuance is crystal clear. Further refined by the meticulous editing of Harvey Rosenthal, Matthew Field, and Stephen Hobbs, this ebook is a testament to quality and clarity. Originally published in 1996, its content remains timeless, offering principles and routines that are as powerful today as they were decades ago. For any serious magician looking to expand their knowledge, challenge their skills, and truly astound an audience, 'The Underground Man' is an essential addition to your digital library. Download it instantly and begin your journey into a new dimension of magical deception.

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Gallo was an expert at leading magicians down the garden path and turning the hose on them. If you are looking for principles that will allow you to fry your fellow magi, this book is an incredible resource.

Illustrated by Joseph K. Schmidt. Edited by Harvey Rosenthal, Matthew Field, and Stephen Hobbs.

Contents (from book ToC):

1 Masterpieces in Coin Magic

1 The Gallo Pitch

6 Pitch Flight

8 Fifty-Cent Pitch

10 A Pitch for a Change

11 Pitch a Little Woo

13 – The Bluff Pitch

13 Pitch Silver

16 Rub Rub

19 Thieves and Sheep

22 Thieves Pitchin’ Sheep

25 Pitching Okito

28 Purs-e-verance

32 Incredible Cards and Coins

35 Coins of the World

39 Singular Creations in Card Magic

39 With Aces

39 Lost and Found Aces

43 Christmas Aces

47 Actually Cutting the Aces

50 10,002nd Aces

52 Sleeper Aces

55 Good Neighbor Lou

58 With Aid

58 One-Way Pips

60 Bent Key

62 Stretching Card

65 New Signed Card

65 – With Normal Cards

67 – The Gimmicked Helper

68 Cut Me In

70 Match Book – The Vibe Teller

73 With Two Cards

73 Two-Card Reverse

75 Two-Card Tabled Triumph

78 Two-Card Popover

80 Top and Bottom Card Exchange

82 Matedburger

83 Sleightly Extra

86 Double Deuce

88 Fourth Down

91 Fourth Down Plus

93 With Ingenuity

93 All Backs Potpourri

95 Only the Lonely

97 Family Affair

98 – Mike Gallo’s Handling

99 – Lou Gallo’s Handling

100 – Joe Gallo’s Handling

102 L.C. Bury

104 Poker Dilemma

108 Queens to Aces

111 Seconds Middles and Bottoms

114 Lou Gallo vs. The Gambler

116 Unbridled Astonishment

116 Rubik’s Revenge

118 Fechter’s Sponge Balls

121 The Shock

Publisher: Kaufman and Greenberg

Pages: 126

Location: Washington DC, USA

Edited by: Matthew Field, Harvey Rosenthal, Stephen Hobbs

Dimensions: 9″x11″

Date: 1996

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