Description
Discover the card wonders of underground mentalist Ben Blau, now compiled into a stunning 355-page, hard-bound volume with a dust jacket. Asymptotes is a treasure trove of meticulously-crafted miracles that have quietly influenced the mentalism community for years.
This comprehensive book reveals Ben’s most closely-guarded secrets, moves, and principles—everything you need to add to your mind-busting arsenal. Illustrated with 140 crystal-clear photographs, these effects break new ground in the realm of mental mysteries with playing cards.
What You’ll Find Inside
- 18 stunning mental routines, each designed to entertain and mystify
- Unique applications of card methods and principles
- Engaging plots and choreographed routines
- Psychology tips to enhance your performance style
What the Experts Say
“Ben Blau is a very clever fellow, indeed! If you like impossible card discoveries that will fool just about everyone, then ASYMPTOTES is a must have. In its pages are many ideas that are real additions to the armory of those who practice Mentalism with playing cards.”
– Bruce Bernstein
“Ben Blau’s book is a must-read for all lovers of sophisticated card mysteries. His approach is scholarly, his thinking is immaculate and his work is deeply fooling. Very highly recommended!”
– Mark Elsdon
“With the mind of a philosopher, the precision of a surgeon and the lyrical genius of a poet, Ben Blau crafts brilliant mental masterpieces that you will cherish like a classic.”
– Sean Waters
“Ben Blau’s ASYMPTOTES has some incredible and public-pleasing ploys! I think that all serious performers of mentalism should read it. I was surprised by how much I learned (and re-learned) from this book.”
– Marc Salem
“Ben is a GENIUS at fooling me and everyone else! He has a streamlined way of layering subtleties with arcane principles with lies and – at times – simple sleights that are completely disarming.”
– Dan Fishman
“ASYMPTOTES may very well change your perceptions about using playing cards for demonstrations of mentalism. Ben Blau’s creative combination of engaging plots and unique applications of card methods and principles has resulted in a collection of 18 amazing mental routines.”
– Steve Yachanin
“Clearly, when it comes to theatrical mystery, Ben Blau aspires to perfection.”
– Max Maven
This is more than just a book—it’s a revolution in mentalism and card magic. Don’t miss your chance to own this essential resource that will transform your craft and captivate your audience.
Joshua Barker (verified owner) –
So well thought out.
Audrey Turner (verified owner) –
Worth every penny.
Peyton Steele (verified owner) –
Instant reset is a lifesaver.