{"title":"Ian Frisch","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Ian Frisch, a talented author who seamlessly blends the realms of storytelling and magic. Known for his deep dives into fascinating subcultures, Ian Frisch takes readers on intriguing journeys, shedding light on hidden worlds and untold stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIan Frisch's most notable work, \u003cem\u003eMagic Is Dead\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an electrifying glimpse into the secretive and spellbinding universe of modern magic. This book expertly weaves together elements of biography and memoir, presenting an immersive and insightful account of a group of young, daring magicians. It's an exploration of friendship, ambition, and the irresistible allure of magic in the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrisch's narrative style captivates and educates, making his work a must-read for those who appreciate biographies infused with unique perspectives. Dive into Ian Frisch's collection to uncover stories that are as enlightening as they are entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magic-is-dead-by-ian-frisch-9780062839299","title":"Magic Is Dead","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the vein of Neil Strauss’ \u003cem\u003eThe Game\u003c\/em\u003e and Joshua Foer’s \u003cem\u003eMoonwalking with Einstein\u003c\/em\u003e comes the fascinating story of one man’s colourful, mysterious, and personal journey into the world of magic, and his unlikely invitation into an underground secret society of revolutionary magicians from around the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMagic Is Dead\u003c\/em\u003e is Ian Frisch’s head-first dive into a hidden world full of extraordinary characters and highly guarded secrets. It is a story of imagination, deception, and art that spotlights today’s most brilliant young magicians—a mysterious club known as the52, who are revolutionising an ancient artform under the mantra Magic Is Dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIan brings us with him as he not only gets to know this fascinating world, but also becomes an integral part of it. We meet the52’s founding members—Laura London, Daniel Madison, and Chris Ramsay—and explore their personal demons, professional aspirations, and what drew them to their craft. We join them at private gatherings of the most extraordinary magicians working today, follow them to magic conventions in Las Vegas and England, and discover some of the best tricks of the trade. We also encounter David Blaine; hang out with Penn Jillette; meet Dynamo, the UK’s most famous magician; and go behind the scenes of a Netflix magic show. \u003cem\u003eMagic Is Dead\u003c\/em\u003e is also a chronicle of magic’s rich history and how it has changed in the internet age, as the young guns embrace social media and move away from the old-school take on the craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs he tells the story of the52, and his role as its most unlikely member, Ian reveals his own connection with trickery and deceit and how he first learned the elements that make magic work from his poker-playing mother. He recalls their adventures in card rooms and casinos after his father’s sudden death, and shares a touching moment that he had, as a working journalist, with his childhood idol Shaquille O’Neal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Magic—the romanticism of the inexplicable, the awe and admiration of the unexpected—is an underlying force in how we view the world and its myriad possibilities,” Ian writes. As his journey continues, Ian not only becomes a performer and creator of magic—even fooling the late Anthony Bourdain during a chance encounter—he also cements a new brotherhood, and begins to understand his relationship with his father, fifteen years after his death. Written with psychological acuity and a keen eye for detail, \u003cem\u003eMagic Is Dead\u003c\/em\u003e is an engrossing tale full of wonder and surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46549928640748,"sku":"9780062839299","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9597093482210.jpg?v=1749938060"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ian-frisch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}