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The Jinx – Annemann– A mini review
Just wanted to share my thoughts ...
I knew I wanted it, but wasn’t sure what to expect…
I had seen Richard Osterlind mention the jinx on his excellent videos, and that set me wanting to know more.
There seem to be two sources; the CD, or the three bound books.
I bought the books ( on eBay ). I paid less than $20 a book, and that seems to be about the norm.
What I received were three nicely bound, hardback volumes. Each holds about 50 reprinted copies. The original papers were printed in the thirties. My volumes were printed in about 63, but they still retain the character of that time.
So what do you get ?
Basically, you get, as far as I can tell, The Jinx, issue by issue, bound. I envisaged that I would get tricks and effects, but you get so much more. Annemann’s editorials, display his excellent, witty and sometimes dry humour. A strong sense of right and wrong is displayed by him, and his verbal jousting with those hi disapproves of, is fascinating. But he speaks with much wisdom, and it is difficult to disagree with any of what he says – often debates that continue today!
The effects included, are functional in their descriptions. Many written by Annemann, many not. But all with value.
Included are sporadic reprints of business cards. I believe they are intended as examples, as Annemann seemed very anti the inclusion of advertising.
I have yet to finish all the volumes, but I feel privileged to read Annemann editorials, effects and advice.
Excellent stuff, and what strikes me still, is how much of today’s mentalism, owes itself to Annemann, and the catalyst he was.
Mr. Annemann, I salute you.

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Don´t forget those Editrivias...some of the best commentary on the state of magic EVER and sad to say many of Annemann´s annoyances are still present in magic and mentalism today.

So true, I'm such a big fan of Annemann, id like to suggest to anyone here publically that if you don't know what to read next, get as much Annemann as you can, he is a true inspiration.
Jx

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I am in total agreement with ALL of the above.
Richard

It is great the Ted can still live in a way he could not in his time.
Perhaps if he could he would have created more.
Truly a shame.
H.12/O.17 A-X

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Though I wouldn't have wanted him for a neighbor, I'd have him for a mentor any day. I dearly love reading his feud with Burling Hull (and Hull's side of it) because of the well-expressed passion on both sides. Jim Sisti referred to him as 'our friend Annemann' on one of the Osterlind DVDs, and Annemann has been a friend to all mentalists and magicians since then.
His depression and final end becomes all the more sad. He lived for magic - and that's all he seemed to have in him. If you have a chance, read Abrams' wonderful *Annemann* biography/collection. It's roughly the size of a Volkswagen, and well worth lugging around. (I add wheels.)

I lug it around in my Volkswagen. And I agree, it's pure gold.
Best,
Neil

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Absolutely agree with all!! This comendium gives great insight in Teds thinking and his clever routines. THis is one of the books I have reread many many times over andover again and will do in future.
Thanks Ted.
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Thomas

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I understand that there is a new book of Annemann's act that has been updated. I've tried to do a search but couldn't find the book. Does anyone know where to look or have an extra copy to sell me?

This one ?
http://www.magicbox.uk.com/exec.php/prod....../11847//
I love the idea of his sometimes 'Drawing Room' effects.
I know it's an old fashioned concept, but it conjures up such wonderful visions.
( I must again give credit to Richard Osterlind for displaying some of Annemann's 'routines' so eloquently on his video. He breathes new like into old effects, and yet shows just how strong they can STILL be ! ).
Best,
Piers.

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The Stuart Cumberlan 'Annemann´s Complete One Man Psychic and MEntal Routine 2005' is what you are looking for.
There was a limited DVD release recently which is pricey - I don´t know if the ebook is still available but if it is, get it. It´s brilliant.
http://www.mental-list.com then click on products.

While it is not altogether the best medium for just browsing, like you would a book, I would like to add a vote for the CD-ROM version of the Jinx also. It's great to be able to search.
It's also great value, of course. The CD-ROM, from Houdini Magic, also contains 5 complete acts and Michael Skinners notes on the Jinx.

I have the Stuart Cumberland eBook, and it does a nice job of updating the Anneman One Man SHow. It seems to be it was about $45 for the eBook, so I would expect a DVD to be above that. But I just found the eBook still on his site at $45.
If you don;t already own Annemans one man act, Stuart's updating would be extremely useful. If you already own Anneman's one man act, you may not feel you got as much value.
I already had Anneman's One man Show, before I got Stuart's material, and still feel it was a reasonable buy at the price. But as I said, not everyone may feel that way.

Thanks for the advice. I am thinking of adding Mentalism for my smaller show and also to branch out. Do you think Anneman's One man Show would help me do that?

Just bought the electronic version of the Jinx on ebay last week. I'm still very much a beginner, but the complete Jinx is really extraordinary. You start reading it and start 'thinking magic.' It's like a graduate course in creativity. Fantastic stuff.
The electronic version comes as a nicely packaged single CD-ROM. It's essentially one big (completely searchable!) PDF file -- 1000+ pages. I paid around $18 plus $3 shipping.

Hmmm ... sounds like my budget my get spent on some of these programs.

The book is still available, as are the DVDs, a few left at nearly $300.00.
Strivings put out an Annemann video that is still available, as is Richard Osterlinds set.

The CD of The Jinx I have also allows for printing as well, so you can print out those routines you want to work on, or that float your boat. Nice.