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Tales of Enchantment: The Art of Magic by Walt Anthony Techniques and Presentations to make your magic, more Magical! A lifetime of practical material is explored in this book: presentations, stagecraft, effects, performance technique, magic anecdotes; all from a full-time professional entertainer's thirty-plus year career. This book has become one of those books that sets a standard within the magic world for years to come."" In this 270 page book, you will learn new routines and original magic presentations. You will learn skills and tools for thinking imaginatively and creatively. You'll be exposed to a dynamic writing style that makes you feel comfortable while challenging you to become more innovative and go beyond simple ""patter"" or standard magic. It really is one of the most inspirational books about approaching Magic as an Art-Form. The author's personal routines and stories come to life and will help create ""Real Magic"" for your audience. In fact, if you don't think of new ideas as you are reading this book (and find yourself reliving a bit of the giddiness you enjoyed as a kid when you visited a magic shop, unwrapped a new trick, or saw something that really amazed you) well then, you're not fully living your magical life! Walt weaves many colorful stories into a magical carpet ride of adventure! This impressive book is rich in mythic images that will inspire you to think and feel deeply about our ancient art."" -Jeff McBride Introduction by Kostya Kimlat Foreword by Robert E. Neale Edited by Ed Solomon

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"If my house were burning down, I'd grab my wife and kids, wallet and important papers... and this book. Penguin Magic Customer Applicable to anyone who has something to say with their magic. It would be great if this book became a classic work that was required reading for all students of our craft. Steve Spill (Magicopolis) Walt has the ability to show you how to take an ordinary trick, and make an extraordinary effect out of it. This is like learning directly from a master of showmanship. Robin DeWitt (Kardor) This could easily become the next ""foundation"" book, joining the ranks of Strong Magic and others. If you want some new ways to see your magic, this is a ""must-read"". Clinton Magus His ability to impart knowledge is quickly seen, while the level of his love of magic and storytelling is something we should all aspire to. Scott Grossberg (Thinking Magically) Walt's attention to detail, his research and classical attitude towards magic are evident throughout the book, as is his excellent advice. Jeb Sherrill It made the light go on for me, and literally saved my interest in magic. Thank you for making it available. Tom Olshefski A chapter a night and let my mind wander to places I have never been. Chris Handa (Castle Blood) This is the book I wanted and looked for I first returned to magic. Courtney Kolb (Seadog)"

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Walt Anthony, Conjurer & Teller-of-Tales is a dynamic performer with more than thirty-years of practical experience and formal training in theatre, magic and entertainment. Walt has wit, exuberance, and an elegant style, making his performances unique and mesmerizing. Walt has a consummate acting and directing background, as well as expertise in communications, education, and corporate training. He has the ability to encourage and inspire, inspiring people beyond the enjoyment of his magical performances. Mr. Anthony is the former proprietor of the ""San Francisco Magic Parlor,"" a 19th Century salon within the historic Chancellor Hotel Union Square. The Parlor, well into it's third year, presents Theatrical Magic performances year round. For two decades Mr. Anthony has been engaged to perform storytelling and motivational magic for Fortune 500 corporations appearing at conferences, conventions, and banquets, as well as upscale private events. He has been featured on Chicago's WGN-TV, San Francisco's KOFY-TV, and performed with Carol Channing & Friends to raise awareness for arts education. Walt is a union member of the Actors Equity Association, and an alumnus of the Mystery School, and an honoree of the Inner Circle of Bizarre Magic. He was one of only two magicians approved to recreate magic from the first three Harry Potter books exclusively for school and library shows. ...shimmering fairy tales are Anthony's métier...conjuring up a façade of bygone elegance... -San Francisco Chronicle- ""Dapper in formalwear Anthony serves up saucy vignettes, with an easy-paced theatrical manner, that manages to be calming and haunting at the same time."" -San Francisco Examiner- ...showstealing honors go to...Walt Anthony... -Variety- ...a lot of humor, a lot of interplay with the audience, and of course, one miraculous thing every few minutes... -Chicago Tribune-

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