Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of illusion and wonder with the Genii Magazine – July 2011 digital download. This PDF edition offers an unparalleled collection of articles, insights, and reviews, making it an essential addition to any magician's library. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring enthusiast, this issue provides a deep dive into the art, theory, and latest happenings in the magical community, all instantly accessible from your device.

Dive into Exclusive Features

This captivating issue opens with a fascinating feature on the enigmatic illusionist Dan Sperry, penned by David Regal, offering readers an intimate look into his groundbreaking work and performance philosophy. Further expanding your theoretical knowledge, you'll find an insightful extract from Jamy Ian Swiss's esteemed dissertation on The Double Lift, a cornerstone technique in card magic. Beyond the sleight of hand, the 'Mind Magic' section presents thought-provoking explorations into the psychological underpinnings of illusion. Richard Wiseman discusses psychologists' investigations into the impossible, while David Britland reviews two new books that bridge the gap between magic and the mind, providing a unique perspective on how audiences perceive the unbelievable.

Explore Engaging Columns

As always, the July 2011 issue is packed with Genii's popular columns, offering a diverse range of perspectives. Richard Kaufman's 'Genii Speaks' sets the tone, followed by updates on 'Now Performing'. Jon Racherbaumer shares his wisdom in 'On the Slant', and Al Cohen continues his 'Memoirs of a Magic Dealer' with more captivating 'Washington Wizards'. Roberto Giobbi graces the pages with 'The Genii Session', declaring 'Card Magic is the Poetry of Magic', a must-read for card connoisseurs. 'Magicana', curated by David Acer, delivers practical, step-by-step routines, including Chris Westfall's 'Cheeky Triumph', Richard Hucko's 'The Hucko Double Color-Change', and Daniele Nigris's 'Portia's Portrait'. Jim Steinmeyer unveils 'Conjuring The Upside-Down Lantern', and John Gaughan explores 'Thayer's Sensational Growing Billiard Ball' in 'The Chamber of Secrets', while Tom Stone shares 'Lodestones Wonders of a Fragmented Vision'.

Comprehensive Reviews and Insights

Stay ahead of the curve with 'Light from the Lamp', Genii's extensive review section. Jamy Ian Swiss meticulously reviews new books like Denis Behr's 'Handcrafted Card Magic Volume 2', Walt Anthony's 'Tales of Enchantment', Boris Wild's 'ACAAB', and Wayne Dobson's 'Look No Hands'. Dustin Stinett critically assesses video releases, including 'World's Greatest Magic' series on Wild Card, Tenkai Pennies, Milliken's Transposition, and Out of This World, alongside works by Dan Harlan, Phil Jay, Ollie Mealing, and Emran Riaz. Finally, Danny Orleans offers his expert opinions on the latest tricks, such as Dan Harlan's 'The Awakening', Peter Marucci's 'The Finger of Fate', Katto's 'Perfect Nail Bending', and offerings from Cody Fisher, Chris Congreave, Kostya Kimlat, and Wayne Dobson. This digital download provides a wealth of knowledge and entertainment, making the July 2011 issue an invaluable resource for any magic enthusiast.

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Genii Magazine – July 2011

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Features

Dan Sperry by David Regal

An Extract from a Dissertation on The Double Lift by Jamy Ian Swiss

Mind Magic

Psychologists Investigate the Impossible by Richard Wiseman

A Look at Two New Books on Magic and the Mind by David Britland

Columns

Genii Speaks by Richard Kaufman

Now Performing

On the Slant by Jon Racherbaumer

Memoirs of a Magic Dealer More Washington Wizards by Al Cohen

The Genii Session Card Magic is the Poetry of Magic by Roberto Giobbi

Magicana by David Acer

Cheeky Triumph by Chris Westfall

The Hucko Double Color-Change by Richard Hucko

Portia’s Portrait by Daniele Nigris

Conjuring The Upside-Down Lantern by Jim Steinmeyer

The Chamber of Secrets

Thayer’s Sensational Growing Billiard Ball by John Gaughan

Lodestones Wonders of a Fragmented Vision by Tom Stone

Light from the Lamp

Books Reviewed by Jamy Ian Swiss

Handcrafted Card Magic Volume 2 by Denis Behr

Tales of Enchantment by Walt Anthony

ACAAB: Any Card At Any Birthday by Boris Wild

Look No Hands by Wayne Dobson

Videos Reviewed by Dustin Stinett

World’s Greatest Magic: Wild Card， Tenkai Pennies and Milliken’s Transposition， Out of This World

The Minotaur: Final Issue by Dan Harlan and Marv Leventhal

The Classic Force by Phil Jay

The Skip Switch Project by Ollie Mealing

The Way of the Shinobi by Emran Riaz

Tricks Reviewed by Danny Orleans

The Awakening by Dan Harlan

The Finger of Fate /Psychic Darts by Peter Marucci

Perfect Nail Bending by Katto

Cody’s Comedy Confabulation ebook by Cody Fisher

Restaurant Opener by Cody Fisher

Three Six Five by Chris Congreave

!Warning by Kostya Kimlat

Devastation by Wayne Dobson

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