Ben Harris – Friendly Fire

PDF Friendly Fire presents an exhilarating compilation of nearly 30 effects, routines, and essays from contributors of Ben Harris’ New Directions Magazine, published between 1985 and 1987. This era was filled with creativity, showcasing legends like Marlo, Andrus, and Lorayne at their peak, alongside rising stars such as Sankey, Sanders, and Harkey. New Directions beautifully encapsulated this transformative period in magic. Notably, it features Mike Gallo’s ORIGINAL NO GAFF REVERSE MATRIX, a testament to the innovation of the time.

Inside, you’ll discover thrilling card, coin, and dice magic. The collection includes complete routines, flourishes, and techniques catering to a variety of interests. Esteemed contributors include Jerry Andrus, Ian Baxter, Sixten Beme, Steve Dusheck, Mike Gallo, Ron Hadley, David Harkey, Harry Lorayne, Ed Marlo, Jon Racherbaumer, Jay Sankey, Richard Sanders, and many more!

ENJOY AND EXPLORE:

• A collection of early Jay Sankey items (4 effects, 2 essays)
• A remarkable piece from the then-emerging talent, David Harkey
• Mike Gallo’s Original No Gaff Reverse Matrix
• Innovative card material from Lorayne, Marlo, and Racherbaumer
• Unique and creative magic from Sixten Beme and Steve Dusheck

Illustrated with original artwork and new photographs, this collection also includes rare performer images of many contributors.

CONTENTS:

• JERRY ANDRUS: Bizarre Shuffle – A peculiar shuffling technique that is both mystifying and humorous. In Jerry’s skilled hands, it flows seamlessly.
• IAN BAXTER: CrackerJack Stack – A multi-phase die-stacking routine featuring a mentalism twist and a stunning vanish of five dice.
• SIXTEN BEME: Clean Guillotine – A method for seemingly chopping off the tip of a finger, guaranteed to deceive anyone, including magicians.