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by Jim Martin
February 28th, 2024, 1:31 pm
Forum: General
Topic: The Unknown Life of Karl Fulves
Replies: 46
Views: 4333

Re: The Unknown Life of Karl Fulves

Thank you, Ben - would love to see it.
by Jim Martin
February 26th, 2024, 2:59 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Ancient Automata
Replies: 8
Views: 1270

Re: Ancient Automata

From a 22 dec 2023 review of this book in the WSJ: ...Juanelo Turriano (ca. 1500-85), who worked in Toledo, Spain. The authors lean toward ascribing the friar to Turriano. He may not have put his name to this figure, but his skill was so renowned that he inscribed one of his intricate astronomical c...
by Jim Martin
February 26th, 2024, 1:08 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Ancient Automata
Replies: 8
Views: 1270

Re: Ancient Automata

Here is a video from the MET:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiVKnlXcDDg

and one from the National Museum of American history:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kie96iRTq5M
by Jim Martin
December 30th, 2023, 1:18 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Clearly Out To Lunch
Replies: 4
Views: 1956

Re: Clearly Out To Lunch

Thank you, John - looking forward to it!
by Jim Martin
November 15th, 2023, 8:27 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Not the Bob Read Book...Kurt Volkmann's Geschichte der Zauberkunst
Replies: 48
Views: 23278

Re: Not the Bob Read Book...

2024 - that's great news.
Will it be through CARC?
by Jim Martin
October 13th, 2023, 1:08 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Not the Bob Read Book...Kurt Volkmann's Geschichte der Zauberkunst
Replies: 48
Views: 23278

Re: Bob Read Book?

The new book will be the book that was supposed to have been published in the first place. I rescued it from the hard drive on Bob Read's computer right after he died. After the fiasco with Volker Huber, I guided it to Bill Kalush at Conjuring Arts in the hope that it would eventually be published ...
by Jim Martin
June 1st, 2023, 10:32 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Letter From Juan
Replies: 9
Views: 1304

Re: Letter From Juan

That's good to hear - thanks Richard!
by Jim Martin
January 29th, 2023, 3:13 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Library of congress magic posters
Replies: 4
Views: 2040

Re: Library of congress magic posters

This is new to me - thanks very much, Jack!
by Jim Martin
May 31st, 2022, 10:22 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Aunt Emma's Diary
Replies: 9
Views: 1491

Re: Aunt Emma's Diary

If you like brilliant thinking for a classic plot, it would be well worth you while to check out John's latest release.
yes yes yes!
by Jim Martin
May 7th, 2022, 4:32 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: About John Ramsay's Pivot Vanish
Replies: 25
Views: 3545

Re: About John Ramsay's Pivot Vanish

Thanks for this, Andy.
by Jim Martin
April 27th, 2022, 1:46 pm
Forum: General
Topic: ERDNASE
Replies: 8153
Views: 12019070

Re: ERDNASE

Thanks for the summation, Bill. Excellent work, as always.
by Jim Martin
January 6th, 2022, 1:23 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: The Peek R. Paul Wilson Used in Unmarked Miracle
Replies: 3
Views: 1612

Re: The Peek R. Paul Wilson Used in Unmarked Miracle

The peek is called SALOB and is described in my "Think Again" notes but will be in a future video project covering the think-a-card plot. "Think Again" and "Just Think" are both excellent and well worth serious study. Thanks for making them available, Paul. https://rpa...
by Jim Martin
April 18th, 2021, 10:06 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: SUMS 2021: Math and Illusion
Replies: 1
Views: 3898

Re: SUMS 2021: Math and Illusion

Thanks for the link, Edward.
by Jim Martin
April 14th, 2021, 11:46 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Magic in Theater Plays
Replies: 17
Views: 4206

Re: Magic in Theater Plays

Roy Benson was the magical advisor for the 1961 musical Carnival (David Merrick - producer, Gower Champion - director, featuring Anna Maria Alberghetti and Jerry Orbach).
by Jim Martin
March 16th, 2021, 11:26 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14744

Re: RIP David Roth

Thanks you, Michael - I wasn't able to attend it as it aired.
I look forward to it.
by Jim Martin
March 15th, 2021, 11:19 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: R.I.P. Ramon Rioboo
Replies: 6
Views: 2035

Re: R.I.P. Ramon Rioboo

Thank you, Paco.
I am a big fan of Ramon - I constantly reread his books.
He wrote with such clarity of effect, psychology, and construction.
RIP, and "Show them a trick, Ramon!".
by Jim Martin
February 12th, 2021, 2:21 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ramsay for J. Townsend
Replies: 8
Views: 1937

Re: Ramsay for J. Townsend

Thank you for those references, Andy.
I also use your DVDs as a reference, which are a direct connection to the source material.
Cheers!
by Jim Martin
January 24th, 2021, 2:49 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: In and of Itself
Replies: 9
Views: 2388

Re: In and of Itself

Derek's new book "AMORALMAN A True Story and Other Lies" will be released on March 2. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/624082/amoralman-by-derek-delgaudio/9780525658559?ref=PRH384326594D&aid=47171&linkid=PRH384326594D There is an audio excerpt on the link. It is available f...
by Jim Martin
January 17th, 2021, 10:50 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14744

Re: RIP David Roth

Thanks for both links, Brad. Robert Klein is the perfect host. Not sure how you decided that! He seemed to be stepping on David’s presentation at first and David seemed to be annoyed with him. Then, Klein calmed down and allowed David to do his presentation. At least, that is how I viewed that segm...
by Jim Martin
January 17th, 2021, 10:19 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14744

Re: RIP David Roth

Thanks for both links, Brad. Robert Klein is the perfect host.
by Jim Martin
November 21st, 2020, 8:55 am
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: Dai Vernon’s “Mental Die”
Replies: 36
Views: 9602

Re: Dai Vernon’s “Mental Die”

Thanks very much - fabulous!
by Jim Martin
October 30th, 2020, 3:26 pm
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: Steinmeyer in Popular Mechanics
Replies: 10
Views: 5540

Re: Steinmeyer in Popular Mechanics

I like the directness of his opening card effect.
by Jim Martin
October 28th, 2020, 10:27 am
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Charlie Miller Book
Replies: 68
Views: 37566

Re: Charlie Miller Book

Arrived in St. Louis, and it is fabulous.
Thanks to Richard and Randy and the entire team for making this happen.
Wowza!
by Jim Martin
October 9th, 2020, 6:16 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Boris Wild Kills on Fool Us
Replies: 16
Views: 4745

Re: Boris Wild Kills on Fool Us

I like it (and so does William of Ockham/Occam/Ocham.) ;)
by Jim Martin
July 25th, 2020, 12:28 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Thoughts on the Vanish of a Coin
Replies: 29
Views: 5704

Re: Thoughts on the Vanish of a Coin

Thanks you for sharing this handling, Andy. I love the direct connection to Mr. Ramsay, as seen in all of the books and DVDs you've generously released: The Ramsay Legend (1969) The Ramsay Classics (1977) The Ramsay Finale (1982) Diverting Card Magic (1980) Ramsay Legend Revised (1985) The Magic of ...
by Jim Martin
June 12th, 2020, 2:18 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Full video of Teller's Macbeth
Replies: 5
Views: 2117

Re: Full video of Teller's Macbeth

Teller's production of Macbeth can be viewed for free until July 1, 2020 here: Aaron Posner – Teller ‘Macbeth’ Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, D.C. http://www.folger.edu/video-macbeth-folger-theatre From the WSJ Terry Teachout review: The Folger has made available several supplementary video...
by Jim Martin
March 24th, 2020, 9:55 pm
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: Who made John Ramsay's props such as those for the cylinder and coin?
Replies: 18
Views: 13670

Re: Who made John Ramsay's props such as those for the cylinder and coin?

Hello, Andy,

Thank you for your posts - I so appreciate your first hand knowledge and comments about one of the major influences on our art.

Best,
Jim
by Jim Martin
March 16th, 2020, 5:31 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Indulgence with Lucy Darling
Replies: 27
Views: 4906

Re: Indulgence with Lucy Darling

Thanks for the post, Tom, and thanks for the fabulous performance, Carisa/Lucy!
In addition to the spectacular show, I really like the video capturing the experience of the Chicago Magic Lounge and the vibe in the room.
Congrats to all!
by Jim Martin
March 14th, 2020, 8:02 pm
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: new Houdini biographies review in WSJ
Replies: 11
Views: 9381

Re: new Houdini biographies review in WSJ

Posnaski's book is full of nonsense regarding my friend (and real Houdini expert) Pat Culliton. I would avoid it. Agreed. Of the two, Begley was given a better review. The reviewer was less than enthusiastic about Posnanski's effort. "Mr. Posnanski’s solution to the problem of having 500 prede...
by Jim Martin
March 14th, 2020, 11:24 am
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: new Houdini biographies review in WSJ
Replies: 11
Views: 9381

new Houdini biographies review in WSJ

Robert Wilson, author of “Barnum: An American Life” reviews two new Houdini bios. Elusive American By Adam Begley Yale, 216 pages, $26 The Life and Afterlife of Harry Houdini By Joe Posnanski Avid Reader, 316 pages, $28 https://www.wsj.com/articles/two-new-lives-of-harry-houdini-11584113644?shareTok...
by Jim Martin
December 12th, 2019, 9:42 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Book Collection on Facebook
Replies: 7
Views: 2881

Re: Book Collection on Facebook

Thanks, Tom - that's reassuring.
by Jim Martin
December 11th, 2019, 8:45 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Book Collection on Facebook
Replies: 7
Views: 2881

Re: Book Collection on Facebook

Has anyone received books that they purchased?
I've received no follow up responses.
Thanks-
by Jim Martin
November 24th, 2019, 2:42 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Vernon Farewell Lecture Tour
Replies: 34
Views: 5684

Re: Vernon Farewell Lecture Tour

Here's something I wrote in 2003 concerning Vernon's lecture tours ... The first lecture he ever gave was arranged by George Karger around 1947 and was attended by around 300 magicians who paid $5 each. Not a bad days pay for 1947! ...". According to this site: "Adjusted for inflation, $1...
by Jim Martin
August 17th, 2019, 7:41 pm
Forum: iGenii
Topic: Tom Gagnon e-issue
Replies: 4
Views: 9866

Re: Tom Gagnon e-issue

Until the online edition posts, check these out from Tom's site (as well as his fabulous books and other items for sale):
http://tomgagnonmagic.com/videos/

Here is his YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/user/TomGagnon1116/videos
by Jim Martin
March 2nd, 2019, 1:27 pm
Forum: Light from the Lamp ONLINE.
Topic: The Big Book of Rising Cards by Claude Klingsor
Replies: 31
Views: 21208

Re: The Big Book of Rising Cards by Claude Klingsor

....I am building a rising card system I hope to sell. I am looking for encouragement ....to produce an industrial grade hardware device that guys that work would love to use. I would also like to know it this has already been done. I have searched and not found a product as extensive as this. Hi A...
by Jim Martin
February 24th, 2019, 4:34 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB:The Mental Mysteries of Hector Chadwick
Replies: 9
Views: 6130

Re: WTB:The Mental Mysteries of Hector Chadwick

In case you haven't seen Hector Chadwick's website, he has information about the status of the book (as well as two outstanding publications currently available):
https://hectorchadwick.co.uk/2017/01/18 ... mysteries/
by Jim Martin
January 6th, 2019, 3:30 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: The Glasgow Connection
Replies: 28
Views: 4609

Re: The Glasgow Connection

Thank you, Matt - it looks fantastic. Ordered, and looking forward to it.
by Jim Martin
January 6th, 2019, 3:27 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ricky Jay on German TV in 1989 and a 1972 B&W TV appearance
Replies: 2
Views: 926

Re: Ricky Jay on German TV in 1989 and a 1972 B&W TV appearance

Great finds, indeed. Thanks, Dick!
by Jim Martin
December 7th, 2018, 12:45 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ricky Jay Death
Replies: 82
Views: 28772

Re: Ricky Jay Death

I've just posted an interview with David Roth about Ricky at "Magic in New York," my web site which covers the New York magic scene. David and Ricky were longtime friends and David was Ricky's backstage assistant on many renditions of Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants as well as the later s...

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