A classic text on rope ties for the escapologist. Teaches you the methods used to extricate yourself from several different methods of bondage.

A psychic dematerialization! A rare insight into Al Mann's least-known manuscript, The Sensational Boiler Escape. In 1987, Mann revised this effect and sold the exclusive rights to Devin Knight as a unique demonstration of p

The first volume deals with basics of handcuff escapes, and develops a complete modern handcuff act from bits and pieces of the old challenge acts. Includes as well as the author’s experiences with modern working conditions and audience expectations. It

Here the author introduces you to the equipment and principles necessary to accomplish chain escapes. It investigates the various methods of positioning key rings and explains chaining configurations. Partial list of the contents: The Siberian Chain Esc

The Metamorphosis is covered in detail, along with variations and a complete treatise on the most modern form of police restraint--The Flex Cuffs. Also included is a basic television interview that can be used to advantage in promoting your feats of esca

Here is a comparison of the various forms of popular straight jackets and an evaluation of each on their merits for speed, ease and availability. You should read this book if you now own a straight jacket or if you're thinking about buying one. It is lo

This volume features an escape of John Novak's own devising. The Bohemian Torture Crib is comparable to escapes in Norman Bigelow's Door of Death, Markini's Electrified Mummy Lid Torture Board, Trudel's Chinese Torture Board, and Abbott's The Ghost Walks

Here is a presentation of several variations of the Mail Bag Escape, as well as a brief history of the escape and marketed versions of the effect. Different presentation ideas are covered. Included are the basic plans for building your own escape cabinet

This volume begins with a discussion of the Harry Willard Thumb Tie and quickly moves on to a discussion of the various Thumb Ties and their presentations. The coverage given to the thumb tie is complete and to the point. Also covered are Dana Taylors U

The final volume in the series is concerned with programs, different methods of presentation, solo work, and working with assistants as Proteges. There is a discussion of the philosophy of escape, as well as two person thumb ties, patter and dialogues, p