I can't think of a better random I-Tunes song of the moment than Heaven and Hell By Black Sabbath when writing a review on a book about bizarre magick by Eugene Burger. It's perfectly perfect. My recent work has been very much inspired by the bearded wonder, and whether you're a bizarrist or a comedian, you must read Burger books. Period. He is a brilliant thinker, and gives magic the consideration and respect it deserves.

This particular work is a collection of Eugene's thoughts on defining bizarre magick, its history, its present and its future. It was written in 1990, yet it could have been written yesterday. Included also, are a few effects by Jay Inglee. Tarot, Pendulum, Ghosts . . . it's got it all. This book will help you better define who/what you are (or are not) as a performer. It will give you insight, historical information, and it will inspire you and your presentations.

I would dare say that as narrow of a subject as this is, this book is for everyone in magic. If for no other reason, to give you insight into a portion of our history. The book could be described very much the same way Max Maven describes the Gilbreath Principle . . . "A thing of terrifying beauty."

Final Thoughts
Last night was our quasi-monthly meeting of the magi. Each time we meet, my fellow magi are always jealous of the many, many, many items I get for review for free. Of course, I rub in it by bringing my latest goodies to the meeting and making a point of saying, "I got this for free . . . just so you know." I know . . . I'm immature. Anyway, my point is that I did not get this book for free. I forked over my own cold hard cash for it . . . a rare thing for me these days.

Bottom line: get it; read it; learn it; live it; love it.

Final Verdict:
5 Stars with a Stone Status of GEM.