Asymptotes by Ben Blau

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Discover the card magic of renowned underground mentalist Ben Blau, now compiled into a hardbound book. For years, Ben has been a subtle yet powerful influence in the mentalism community with his expertly crafted illusions.

This 355-page, hardbound volume, complete with a dust jacket, unveils many of Ben’s closely guarded secrets, techniques, and principles that form the foundation of his mind-bending performances. Featuring 140 high-quality photographs, this book introduces groundbreaking effects in the world of mentalism with playing cards.

Here’s what experts are saying about Ben Blau’s ASYMPTOTES:

“Ben Blau is a very clever fellow, indeed! If you enjoy impossible card discoveries that will astonish everyone, then ASYMPTOTES is a must-have. Within its pages are numerous ideas that significantly enhance the toolkit of anyone practicing mentalism with playing cards.” – Bruce Bernstein

“Ben Blau’s book is a must-read for all enthusiasts of sophisticated card mysteries. His scholarly approach, immaculate thinking, and deeply deceptive work are highly recommended!” – Mark Elsdon

“With the mind of a philosopher, the precision of a surgeon, and the lyrical genius of a poet, Ben Blau creates stunning mental masterpieces that you will treasure. He is like Charles Dickens, but with cards (and much more clever). For close-up mentalism performers, this will be ‘the best of times!'” – Sean Waters

“Ben Blau’s ASYMPTOTES features incredible, audience-pleasing techniques! Every serious mentalism performer should read it. I was amazed by how much I learned (and re-learned) from this book.” – Marc Salem

“Ben is a GENIUS at fooling me and everyone else! He skillfully layers subtleties with intricate principles and simple sleights that are completely disarming. This book covers a wide range of magic and mentalism concepts, along with psychological insights that will leave your audiences astonished. Ben’s unique perspectives on performance may even transform how you approach your effects and style. If you’re serious about your craft and want to engage, entertain, and ultimately fool your audience, this is your next purchase!” – Dan Fishman

“ASYMPTOTES may change your understanding of using playing cards in mentalism. Ben Blau’s inventive blend of engaging narratives and unique card techniques has produced 18 remarkable mental routines. From the playful ‘Sending It Down’ to the intimate ‘Ishin – Denshin’ and the astonishing ‘Con-Centration’ (my personal favorite), each routine is meticulously crafted to deliver a captivating and mystifying experience that will leave audiences in awe. This is a must-have for every mentalism library.” – Steve Yachanin

“Clearly, when it comes to theatrical mystery, Ben Blau strives for perfection.” – Max Maven