
24+ UF Grant Magic Books and Manuscripts: The UF Grant File
Author/Originator: UF Grant
Product ID: e971
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A MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR EVERY MAGICIAN
Discover the groundbreaking work of Ulysses Frederick Simpson Grant—one of the most prolific and creative minds in 20th-century magic. Trickshop.com is proud to offer exclusive access to a curated selection of UF Grant magic books and manuscripts in convenient PDF format. These rare publications capture Grant's unique thinking and no-frills approach to astonishing audiences with practical, low-cost, yet highly effective illusions, mental effects, and close-up tricks.
Who Was U.F. Grant?
UF Grant (1901–1978) was a visionary in the world of magic. Known to his friends as "Gen" Grant, he was a master at crafting magic tricks that fooled audiences yet were often based on simple, direct methods. In addition to manufacturing over 150 colorful tricks and props for the club, school, and kid show magician, Grant published a range of popular pamphlets and manuscripts that were carried by magic dealers worldwide, many of these are included in this affordably-priced, new compilation.
Grant’s influence extended across nearly every branch of the magical arts, from stage illusions and close-up magic to mentalism and children’s magic, and many of his creations are still performed by amateur, pro, and semi-pro magicians around the world.
Explore Our Collection of Grant's Magic
In this incredible new, idea- and information-packed collection, we put over two dozen complete, highly sought-after Grant publications on Card Magic, Do-It-Yourself Illusions, Mentalism, and more, at your fingertips. Bear in mind, that like his magic, Grant's writing and descriptions focused on workable methods, rather than lengthy discussions about presentation which it was assumed the performer would work out for himself.
The 365-page, illustrated UF Grant File is organized into seven categories with PDF bookmarks linked to every title for your convenience. These sections include:
- Card Magic
- Money Magic
- Illusions
- Mentalism
- Club & Stage
- Comedy
- Miscellaneous Effects
Why UF Grant’s Magic Is Still Relevant
Despite being published decades ago, UF Grant's ideas remain remarkably fresh. His philosophy of simplicity, directness, and practicality has stood the test of time. Many of his routines can be adapted using modern materials, and his thinking forms the backbone of countless effects that continue to fool audiences.
What makes Grant's work truly exceptional is its accessibility. His effects are typically easy to learn, yet surprisingly deceptive. For amateur performers, they offer a way to build a solid foundation in stagecraft and timing. For professionals, they provide commercial, audience-tested material that gets strong reactions without unnecessary complication.
Manuscripts Prized by Performers and Collectors Alike
Magic collectors and historians will appreciate the quality of our re-typeset PDF editions. We’ve taken great care to preserve the original look and feel of these publications while ensuring readability and usability for the modern performer. If you're building a personal archive of classic magic texts, The UF Grant File is a must-have addition.
Best of all, it's available at a fraction of the cost of hard-to-find printed copies, which are often sold at premium prices through auction sites and second-hand dealers. Plus, this compilation gives you the same material in a format that’s easy to store, reference, and study.
Here are All of the Grant Books and Manuscripts You'll Get:
- 25 Methods for Switching Decks
- 25 Rising Card Tricks
- 50 Crazy Card Stunts
- 50 Methods for Producing a Silk
- 175 Tips & Gags
- $1,000 Challenge Mindreading Act
- Brilliant Card Magic
- Center Tear Methods
- CLIP - Paper Clip Tricks
- Counterfeit Card Miracles
- Eliminators - Non-Sleight Card Methods
- Fabulous Feats of Mental Magic
- Fortune Telling Card Trick
- Gambler’s Exposé Act
- Linking Finger Rings
- Hellstromism
- Illusion Secrets
- Kard-U-Reka
- Miracles with a Clipboard
- Modern Levitations
- Pick-Pocket Stunts
- Slow Motion Bill Switch
- Tricks with a Short Card
- Tricks with Hares
- Victory Carton Illusions
- Zenith Master Mental Act
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