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The late 20th century showcased some of the top names in magic. However, one name created mythical status as if molded from clay by the hands of the Almighty. With movie star good looks, he became the most influential conjurer of all time. Woman wanted to be with him and men wanted to be him. That man... Channing Pollock.
Pollock forever changed the art of magic as we know it. His influence has gone beyond even the Suave Deceiver himself. Though many have manipulated cards in the Cardini style, there is one organic prop that has transcended time and that is the living embodiment of grace and sophistication. The majestic bird of peace... the dove.
Just like those avian creatures, Channing himself oozed grace and sophistication. Even though dove magic did not begin with him, it seemed that with his first appearance on Ed Sullivan's Toast of the Town, the world took notice and forever linked his name with those white feathery creatures.
When making the movie the Prestige, Hugh Jackman said that he modeled his character's style after Channing. Chan's career was extraordinary, his life story was complex and humbling. The Hero's Journal for Pollock was not an easy one. But in the end, he returned the boon to the region of his birth for others to prosper from his experience.
This long overdue book was many years in the making. Researched with care, the author Michael Pascoe weaved this tale of the life story of a shy undersized young lad from Sacramento, California, into the confident six foot four man that commanded any and every room he entered.
A complete biography of the Master of Magic, Channing Pollock
572 pages
Over 425 illustrations
About 120 in color
Industry Reviews
The team from Go All In Media wish to extend our heartfelt congratulations to you for being selected as a winner at the International Impact Book Awards! Your exceptional talent, dedication, and creativity have set you apart in a competitive field, and it is an honor to recognize your remarkable achievement.
This award is a testament to the impact your work has made in the literary world. Your story, your voice, and your commitment to excellence have resonated with readers and judges alike, and we are proud to celebrate your success. Winning this award is not just a moment of recognition but a significant milestone in your journey as an author-a reflection of the countless hours, passion, and perseverance you've invested in your craft.
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-- The International Impact Book Awards
This book will find a place of honor in my bookcase between John Fisher's biography of Cardini and Levent and Todd Karr's biography of Roy Benson.
--Amado Narvaez
I've never read a biography with such detail. Michael has put his heart and soul into bringing Channing Pollock to us in a new light. His first hand interviews with two of his ex-wives have given us a firsthand look into Channing's deeper vein. This book is a must read for magicians for sure, I highly recommend it to all.
--Brian Smedley
Channing Pollock, Master if Magic is just a really incredible book, I can't say enough good things about it. Michael talks about Channing Pollock and his journey. It's a very inspirational and poignant as well touching story. I recommend it to any magician who wants to know more and loves Channing Pollock. I give it a perfect ten. It's one of the best biographies I've ever read so I highly recommend it to you my friends and my magicians. So go out and buy it soon as it's released.
--Darin Martineau
This is not a book of tricks, but the most thoroughly researched biography of any Superstar in magic. The real magic of a great magician is in this book. It follows CP (Channing Pollock) from a novice who got the "bug", to a living legend, to a spiritual Maestro and healer. It is packed with so much information, a lot of which (surprisingly) was completely new to me. Now dear readers step back in time with me. To a place where live entertainment was king, and magic was still magic!
--James Dimmare
PLACES, PLEASE! --- An author's tale 9
Foreword James Dimmare 15
Prologue 17
The History and Evolution of Dove Magic
Part I
How Did Dove Magic Start? 21
Part II
From Props to Pure Sleight of Hand 31
Part III
The Beginning of the Modern Era 45
ACT I
Chapter One - Act I Scene I 55
Chapter Two - La Paloma 61
Chapter Three - California Here We Come 73
Chapter Four - Fate or Destiny 81
Chapter Five - Anchors Away! 95
Chapter Six - The Ties That Bind 105
Chapter Seven - The Spell of Svengali 115
Chapter Eight - The Passing of the Torch 125
Chapter Nine - Chavez School of Magic 135
Chapter Ten - Hooray for Hollywood 145
ACT II
Chapter Eleven - Brave New World 165
Chapter Twelve - How Broke Can An Act Get? 185
Chapter Thirteen - The Magic of Television 197
Chapter Fourteen - Failure Is Not an Option 205
Chapter Fifteen - The Palace... The Pinncale of Variety Success 213
Chapter Sixteen - Toast of the Town and the Big Time 229
Chapter Seventeen - Magician of the Year 247
Chapter Eighteen - Making the Grade 257
Chapter Nineteen - European Sensation 269
Chapter Twenty - Vive La Paris 291
Chapter Twenty-One - Mystic of the Doves 301
Chapter Twenty-Two - Au Revoir Londres, Bonjour Paris 313
Chapter Twenty-Three - Pretenders to the Throne 325
ACT III
Chapter Twenty-Four - Rising from the Ashes 337
Chapter Twenty-Five - America the Beautiful 349
Chapter Twenty-Six - Lights, Camera, Action 379
Chapter Twenty-Seven - From the Big Screen to the Small Screen 399
Chapter Twenty-Eight - "Introducing ... Mr. Showmanship" 409
Chapter Twenty-Nine - The Belly of the Beast 427
Chapter Thirty - Course in Miracles 437
Chapter Thirty-One - Half Moon Bay 445
Chapter Thirty-Two - Return with the Elix 469
Chapter Thirty-Three - The Laws Delay 485
Chapter Thirty-Four Shuffling Off This Mortal Coil 503
POST SCRIPT 507
Bibliography 517
About the Author 539
Acknowledgments 541
Index 549
ISBN: 9781088091661
ISBN-10: 1088091660
Published: 16th October 2023
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 576
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: Indy Pub
Dimensions (cm): 27.94 x 21.59 x 4.29
Weight (kg): 2.08
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