[Ebook] MAINSPRING (2022) by Alex Hansford ( Instant Download )

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Prepare to be amazed! “Mainspring 2022” by Alex Hansford unveils card magic secrets! Updated essays & stories teach handling finesse, presence, & natural performance. Instant download!

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MAINSPRING (2022) by Alex Hansford (Instant Download)

Unlock the Secrets of Card Magic and Creative Mastery

Dive into MAINSPRING, a transformative guide that blends the art of card magic with profound insights into creative practices. Originally published in a limited edition in 2017, this 2022 version has been meticulously rewritten, updated, and expanded with new chapters that deepen its impact.

Born from a series of enlightening lectures across Australia, Beirut, Vienna, London, and Spain, and enriched by conversations with magicians, artists, and creators from diverse fields, MAINSPRING transcends traditional magic literature. It explores the universal drivers of creativity and artistry, offering valuable lessons on mindset, audience engagement, overcoming nerves, and honing your craft.

Inside, you won’t find magic tricks—instead, discover a treasure trove of:

Handling adjustments to refine your sleight of hand
Exercises to cultivate presence and confidence
Essays and stories that inspire and provoke thought

What does it truly mean to “Be Natural”, as Dai Vernon once said? This book offers a compelling answer through its exploration of authenticity, flow, and the essence of performance.

What’s Inside?

Introduction
2022 Preface
Objectively Cool
Whiplash
Sprezzatura
Flow
Softness
Pace
Gravity and Momentum
Cardistry
Guilt
Mind your Head
Bigger Picture
It is Not a Move
Respect
Nervousness
Conversational Magic
‘Performance Mode’
Genuine Interaction
Look How Clever I Am
Just for Fun
The Better We Want To Be
Social Intelligence
Diminishing Returns
Expectations
For the Art
Negativity
The Importance of Doing your Own Work

Whether you’re a magician, artist, or creative enthusiast, MAINSPRING is your guide to unlocking a deeper, more meaningful connection to your craft.

A pocketable book on aesthetics and practice in card magic.

The early version of Mainspring was published in 2017 as an edition of less than 100 copies, for sale at lectures by Alex Hansford. For this 2022 version, every section has been rewritten, updated and expanded, with new chapters added.

Conversations from a series of lectures given in Australia, Beirut, Vienna, London and Spain formed the foundations for this book. This edition is the result of countless conversations with magicians, painters, cinematographers, skateboarders, musicians, theatre directors and the like over the past five years.

The contents spread outside of magic and speak to the permeability of the creative worlds. We start out with magic, but soon see that the motivators that drive us lie at the core of all arts. State of mind, our relationship to our audiences and to our material, battling nerves and the opinions of our peers, our work ethic. There are no magic tricks inside Mainspring.

This is a handbook of handling adjustments, exercises, essays and stories. How to remove tension from sleight of hand, communicate presence, and get out of your head.

When Dai Vernon said “Be Natural,” what does that really mean? This book is a stab at an answer.

CONTENTS:
Introduction
2022 Preface
Objectively Cool
Whiplash
Sprezzatura
Flow
Softness
Pace
Gravity and Momentum
Cardistry
Guilt
Mind your Head
Bigger Picture
It is Not a Move
Respect
Nervousness
Conversational Magic
‘Performance Mode’
Genuine Interaction
Look How Clever I Am
Just for Fun
The Better We Want To Be
Social Intelligence
Diminishing Returns
Expectations
For the Art
Negativity
The Importance of Doing your Own Work

Unlock Your Magic Potential!

Start your magical journey today. Don’t miss out!

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1 review for [Ebook] MAINSPRING (2022) by Alex Hansford ( Instant Download )

Rated 4 out of 5

Naomi Romero (verified owner) – January 26, 2025

It’s like real sorcery.