In this first major book by one of the United States most respected professionals, Eric Mead covers a wide range of magic and mentalism, drawn completely from his professional repertoire and fine-tuned by performance after performance to its present form. Bar Magic, Close-up Magic, Strolling Magic, Mentalism, Stage—even two pieces for kids (we're serious) In addition, there are seven instructive and challenging essays, and two chapters devoted to work with a memorized deck and a systematic approach to Vernons Trick That Cannot Be Explained - a professional approach to these topics that is stunning in its depth, intelligence and originality. This collection of magic is the real deal - or, as Teller describes it in his introduction to Tangled Web: "There is no bullsh*t, not a nugget, between these covers. If youre like me, you'll emerge changed, inspired, tingling."