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Dive into the Depths of Magical History with Gibecière Vol 6 No 1

Experience the Winter 2011 issue of Gibecière, Vol 6 No 1, a must-have for any serious student or practitioner of magic. This particular issue, the eleventh installment of the journal, proudly presents an extraordinary collection of articles from some of the most respected minds in the magical community. Curated for both its scholarly rigor and captivating content, this edition delivers unparalleled insights into the art and history of illusion, making it an essential addition to your digital library.

Jim Steinmeyer Unveils 'The Spider in the Flies'

Prepare to be captivated by a contribution from the delightful Jim Steinmeyer, a long-awaited addition to our esteemed list of contributors. His article, 'The Spider in the Flies,' offers a compelling narrative that picks up on the themes of mystery and intrigue established in Joshua Jay’s 'Tragic Magic' from the previous issue. While murder is once again at its heart, this time, the magician is not the victim. Steinmeyer masterfully weaves a novel mystery that challenges the reader to unravel its intricacies, providing an enlightening journey into a fascinating corner of magical lore and storytelling.

An Expedition into Japanese Magic with Mitsunobu Matsuyama

Mitsunobu Matsuyama continues his highly praised series with the seventh installment of 'An Investigation into Magic in Japan.' This deeply researched article meticulously intertwines the rich history of Japanese magic with some of the biggest names in Western magic. Delve into the lives and careers of figures like Maskelyne, Devant, and the enigmatic Chung Ling Soo. Matsuyama sheds light on M. Gintaro, who perhaps graced the stages of Maskelyne and Devant more than any other performer, potentially exceeding 6,000 shows. You’ll also learn about Frank Kametaro, Chung Ling Soo’s trusted right-hand man, and the tragic circumstances surrounding the bullet catch performance that cost Soo his life. This installment is packed with historical revelations and individual stories, meticulously documented for the first time.

The Enduring Influence of Ozanam: A New Translation

Rounding out this exceptional issue is a fresh translation of the magic section of Ozanam, diligently provided by Lori Pieper. This significant text is introduced by an insightful article from William Kalush and Stephen Minch, titled 'The Influence of Ozanam.' Their expert commentary explores the potential origins of this foundational text and examines the numerous later works that have undoubtedly benefited from its widespread popularity and innovative ideas. This section offers critical historical context, making Ozanam's timeless wisdom accessible to a new generation of magic enthusiasts and scholars. We are confident that this issue will offer a wealth of knowledge and intrigue for all readers.


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The 11th issue of Gibecière is finished, and we are very excited. This particular issue contains a real treat as we have finally persuaded the delightful Jim Steinmeyer to contribute an article, an addition to our list of contributors that we have been hoping for since the journal began. Additionally we have articles by Mitsunobu Matsuyama, William Kalush and Stephen Minch, and a translation from Lori Pieper!

Jim Steinmeyer’s article, “The Spider in the Flies”, neatly transitions from Joshua Jay’s “Tragic Magic” in the last issue, as it has to do with murder, although it is not the magician this time who is the victim. There is quite a bit more to this novel mystery which we leave you to work out by reading Mr. Steinmeyer’s enlightening article.
Mitsunobu Matsuyama provides a seventh(!) installment in his fascinating series, “An Investigation into Magic in Japan”. This time the history intertwines with several of magic’s biggest names: Maskelyne, Devant, and Chung Ling Soo. M. Gintaro may have performed at the Maskelyne and Devant theaters more than any other magician, possibly more than 6,000 performances! Frank Kametaro was Chung Ling Soo’s right-hand man who also, tragically, gave the order to fire during the performance of the bullet catch which cost the life of Soo. These and several other individuals are documented in this installment.
We round out this issue with a new translation of the magic section of Ozanam by the ever diligent Lori Pieper. The translation is introduced by Mr. William Kalush and Mr. Stephen Minch in their article, “The Influence of Ozanam”, which looks at where the text may have come from and the later texts that may have benefited from its popularity.
In all, we are very happy with this issue and are sure that you will find much of interest.

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James Lee

December 16, 2025
I used this in my last gig.
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Olivia Brown

November 26, 2025
No language barrier with this effect.
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Dennis Mitchell

November 15, 2025
Already using this at events.