http://www.lybrary.com/index.php?cPath=33 Copyright © 2010 Lybrary.comThis classic work on memory, first published in 1943, is really two books in one!
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The first part, The Mental Filing System, will teach you how to keep up to 100 things straight in your memory. This is taught in a clear, easy-to-understand manner, using many real-world examples of both the benefits of using the system, as well as the dangers of an untrained memory.
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The author taught many of his memory courses in person, and this provides both value and a good knowledge of the questions you're likely to have.
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The second part, How To Remember Names and Faces, deals in detail with the problem most of us face and would like to overcome. This section begins with an evaluation of how well you currently recall names and faces.
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After the evaluation, you then learn how to lock both names and face effectively into your memory. Initially, you're given photographs of specific people with advice on how to remember the names and the details of their faces. As you progress, however, you meet more and more people, and will begin to rely on your own judgement, creativity and memory.
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By the end of the exercises, you'll be able to recall the names of 35 people solely by looking at their faces! Even better, you'll have the confidence to start using this skill in the real world.
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<i>1st edition 1943, 143 pages.</i>
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<b>Table of Contents</b>
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<tr><td class="main"><b>page</b></td></tr>
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<li value=3>Part 1: The Mental Filing System
<li value=4>-Chapter 1: The Secret of Mental Filing System That Really Works
<li value=6>-Chapter 2: How to Get Your First Five Mental Hooks
<li value=9>-Chapter 3: Lets Start First With Something Simple
<li value=12>-Chapter 4: Making Your Own Mental Images
<li value=15>-Chapter 5: How to Remember What You Read
<li value=17>-Chapter 6: Five More Keys That Unlock Memory
<li value=19>-Chapter 7: What Must I Remember to Do Today?
<li value=23>-Chapter 8: How Will I Remember to Remember?
<li value=25>-Chapter 9: Five Little Words That Increase Your Memory by a Third
<li value=28>-Chapter 10: A Shopping List a Woman Cant Forget
<li value=32>-Chapter 11: How Salesmen Sell Their Memories for Cash
<li value=36>-Chapter 12: The Art of Forgetting the Right Things
<li value=39>-Chapter 13: Case History of a Memory and How It Grew
<li value=41>-Chapter 14: How to Speak in Public Without Notes
<li value=46>-Chapter 15: Baiting Your Mental Hooks for Better Writing
<li value=48>-Chapter 16: The Cost Of Forgetting the Wrong Things
<li value=52>-Chapter 17: The Student Remembers Through School and College
<li value=57>-Chapter 18: How to Remember Numbers
<li value=59>-Chapter 19: English Furniture
<li value=61>-Chapter 20: Interesting Facts And How to Recall Them
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<li value=63>Part 2: How To Remember Names and Faces
<li value=64>-Chapter 1: How Good Is Your Memory for Names and Faces?
<li value=75>-Chapter 2: There’s Gold In Those Names
<li value=80>-Chapter 3: How to Get The Name Straight
<li value=82>-Chapter 4: The Kind of Repetition that Raps It In
<li value=85>-Chapter 5: Fastening Faces in Your Mind
<li value=89>-Chapter 6: What's In a Name-To Remember It By?
<li value=95>-Chapter 7: Meet Three Ladies and Twelve Gentle-men
<li value=111>-Chapter 8: A Lesson In Mistaken Identity
<li value=115>-Chapter 9: Ten New Faces All At Once
<li value=127>-Chapter 10: The Simple Secret of Remembering People In Groups
<li value=130>-Chapter 11: Now You're Ready to go on Your Own!
<li value=133>-Chapter 12: Round up
<li value=143>-Chapter 13: Fun With Names and Faces
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</blockquote>http://www.lybrary.com/remember-names-faces-develop-good-memory-p-60798.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/remember-names-faces-develop-good-memory-p-60798.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Do you have the perfect brain? Now you do!
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Just take out a deck of cards and a pen. Let them shuffle the cards. Then have them call out random digits and proceed to write them on the backs of the cards until you have marked about 30 or 40 cards (or even the whole deck). Fan the cards in front of you for only 5-10 seconds to remember the sequence. Hand the cards to the spectator who called out the final number. You are ready to go:
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At lightning speed, and blindfolded, you run through the numbers on the backs of the cards in the exact order they have been called out! Each time you are right, the spectator is to simply drop the respective card until all the cards are scattered on the floor. Smile and thank him for his assistance. Become the one with the perfect brain!
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<li>No force 
<li>No stooges 
<li>No memory work 
<li>No calculating 
<li>Easy to do 
<li>Everything can be examined at beginning and end 
<li>You will always know the correct order of the numbers 
<li>You can even tell them the value on the face of the cards 
<li>You really don’t see the cards as you run through the sequence 
<li>You will learn three (!) different versions of the effect, one can even be done totally impromptu
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<i>1st edition 2008; 14 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/counts-count-p-36001.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/counts-count-p-36001.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Starting from the latest brain research and the latest insights of how our mind functions, combining those with years of professional experience and understanding of people, David Malek has distilled a recipe to memorization that is both simple to learn and effective to use.
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Obviously David Malek has anchored his method in techniques known for a long time, but with his keen insight and understanding of the human mind, David has fashioned a truly practical method for those who think such memory systems are either way too hard to learn or not effective.
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Developing memory fitness is a skill anyone can acquire. With the <i>Instant Memory System</i> you will tap into the incredible power of your brain and within a few minutes be able to remember anything you want, retain it for as long as you want, and recall it instantaneously.
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When you learn the secrets of memory fitness you will instantly increase your value as an employee or business owner and enhance the quality of your life. In less than one hour by just actively listening you will improve your memory by at least 83% or more guaranteed.
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<i>The Instant Memory System</i> is an eighty-minute (1 Hour and 20 minutes) personal and professional audio development solution that will enable you to train your memory so you can:
<ul>
<li>Make more sales, beat out competitors, and earn higher wages
<li>Forge new relationships and deepen existing ones
<li>Give presentations and speeches without notes
<li>Never forget any important information
<li>Remember literally everything you read
<li>Feel at ease and self-confident under intense pressure
<li>Help your children become better students
<li>Create a to do list in seconds, change it instantly and remember it all day
<li>and much, much more.
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In today’s competitive, challenging and cut-throat marketplace you need to operate with every advantage possible, you need something that will separate you from the competition; the <i>Instant Memory System</i> is your secret weapon. Use it as a savvy sales and business tool and you will
gain and enjoy an unbeatable edge over your competition. Within minutes of listening to the program you'll be dripping with new found confidence and charisma. The <i>Instant Memory System</i> is the fastest, easiest and most effective way you can train your memory.
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To learn more about David Malek and his work as teacher of the mind, go to his 'brain and mind' website at <a href="http://www.bam101.com/"><u>www.bam101.com</u></a>.
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<i>WAV audio file; runtime 1h 20min + PDF</i>http://www.lybrary.com/instant-memory-system-p-17910.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/instant-memory-system-p-17910.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Luke Jermay, mostly known for his creative mentalism, has put his mind towards memorization methods. Many of the best mentalism routines do require a good amount of memorization. Think about book tests, magic squares, knight's tour, effects with a stacked decks - all require a fair amount of memorization. Luke has therefore hands-on experience with memorization techniques in high pressure situations, for example in the spot light on stage.
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A lot has been written about memorization techniques. From the classic <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/roth-memory-course-p-57.html"><i><u>Roth Memory Course</u></i></a> to the highly effective <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/develop-perfect-memory-p-56.html"><i><u>Dominic O'Brien method</u></i></a>. Nevertheless, Luke has some new points to share which are worth your consideration, and he covers all the basics in a very natural and easy to understand manner.
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From the introduction:
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A good memory is truly important for anyone to possess. Your memory of faces, names, facts, information, dates, events, circumstances and other things concerning your everyday life is the measure of your ability to prevail in today’s fast-paced, information-dependent society. With a good memory, you don’t have to fear forgetting/misplacing important stuff and you can overcome mental barriers that hinder you from achieving success in your career, love life, and personal life. 
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Your memory is composed of complicated neural connections in your brain. These are believed to be capable of holding millions of data. The ability of your mind to retain past experiences in a highly organized manner gives you the potential to learn and create different ideas. Your experiences are the steppingstones to greater accomplishments and at the same time, your guides and protectors from danger. If your memory serves you well in this respect, you are saved the agony of repeating the mistakes of the past. By remembering crucial lessons and circumstances, you avoid the mistakes and failures made by other people. 
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Unless you have an illness or handicap, a poor memory is often attributed to lack of attention or concentration, insufficient listening skills, and other inherent bad habits; however, it can be honed and developed using the right methods. 
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Many people believe that their memory gets worse as they get older. This is true only for those who do not use their memory properly. Memory is like a muscle - the more it is used, the better it gets. The more it is neglected, the worse it gets. This is the reason why older people have more trouble remembering than younger ones. However, people increasing in age can overcome this dilemma and can even further improve their memory by continuing their education, by refining their minds, by keeping themselves open to new experiences, and by keeping their imagination working. An important thing to realize is that different people have various ways of learning. The way in which people learn is often a factor determining the subjects they choose to study, instructors they relate to, and careers they select.
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Memorization or retention of data operates by loading images, sounds, taste, smell, and sensation (touch) in a very organized and meaningful combination in our brain. 
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There are three types of memory.
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<b>Sensory Memory</b> is where temporary information is briefly recorded. Images such as a picture in a magazine and the design, will be quickly replaced by another sensory memory unless you do something to retain it. 
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<b>Short-term Memory</b>, characterized by 20 to 30 seconds of retention, involves a limited amount of information, and is necessary in traditional processing of experiences and ordinary data gathering (everyday sensation and perception). For example, you were taught by your professor some great techniques on how to easily solve complicated math problems. The next time you take a math exam, you may possibly remember some of the formulas, but it’s doubtful you’ll be able to recall and apply all the methods which were taught. 
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<b>Long-term Memory</b> involves consolidation and organization of complex knowledge and information for further reference and other cognitive (mental) processing such as the application of learning or information into meaningful experiences. Examples would include your birthday, your father’s name, and your home’s appearance.
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Short-term and long-term memories are concerned with how you continually organize data that are stored in your brain. In short, human memory is like a vast and complicated yet organized library, rather than a trash can or disordered room. In order for you to further develop your memory capacity in various tasks, it would be helpful if you consider points and ideas in improving your memory. This would make your retention practices more efficient and sharper. Good luck and let’s get started. 
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<i>1st edition 2008; 51 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/powerful-ways-sharpen-your-memory-p-6001.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/powerful-ways-sharpen-your-memory-p-6001.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST In the late 1980s I developed a method for the Knight's Tour which allows a spectator a truly free choice for the starting square and ending square of opposite color (same color start and end is mathematically impossible).
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This manuscript describes in detail this method. The method attempts to minimize memorization and teaches you a system to derive a proper complete tour on the spot. The method is so flexible that you can find several different tours for one pair of start and end points. Of course, there is some memorization necessary. The method makes it straight forward and practical to derive a complete knight's tour even under high pressure situations.
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It is also the only method published which truly allows you to perform this blindfolded without any sight of the chessboard.
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It would be wrong to say this is an easy method to learn, but it is definitely achievable for anybody of average intelligence. If you can memorize a stacked deck of cards, you should be able to learn this method. My method takes an 'impossible' feat and brings it down to a manageable level of difficulty.
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<b>Bonus:</b> <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/bob-cassidy-m-41.html"><u>Bob Cassidy</u></a> contributed a fantastic idea which eliminates all memorization! A classic Cassidy idea.
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My experience is that the effect on spectators is more sophisticated than the one of a giant memory performance. A giant memory is impressive but it is sometimes belittled as "well, he has a good memory". This knight's tour conveys more an effect of incredible logic or mathematical skill than simply a good memory.
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I have guarded this secret for two decades. I hope it will bring as much joy to you as it has to me.
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<i>1st edition 2009; 17 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/knights-tour-with-free-choice-start-p-5886.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/knights-tour-with-free-choice-start-p-5886.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST The <i>Magazine Memory</i> effect is a highly entertaining, high energy, astounding feat of mental prowess that audiences love. It has been a feature effect for many high profile performers, yet little has been written about the effect until now.
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Timothy Hyde has used the routine to close his show for many years. Performing on luxury cruise ships, corporate events and at theatre shows around the world he has explored the routine in great depth.
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In the classic form of the effect, pages from a current issue magazine or newspaper are distributed into the audience. Audience members randomly call out page numbers and concentrate on the contents of the page. The performer is able to recall exactly what is on each page, often in astonishing detail and often then describes the exact item the person has chosen to focus on.
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In this, the second volume of the acclaimed <i>Secret Notebooks</i> of Mr Hyde series, we explore the routine in great detail. It's a comprehensive toolkit that explores different themes, different methodologies, different revelations and a whole lot more. It includes an important discussion on how to finish the routine and Timothy's bonus, a simple yet powerful strategy that will do wonders for your prestige and reputation as a wonder worker.
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Note - You do not need to have a super memory to perform this effect. In fact once you have mastered The Hype, The Rip and The Jazz, even with just a handful of pages mastered you will have a great routine that involves plenty of people. Once you've seen the reaction the routine gets, I predict you'll be working on it some more and exploring the endless possibilities.
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If you don't already know a memory system, Timothy takes you step by step through several different ones and provides a resource list of both print and websites for further study. Timothy has taught Memory Techniques at university level and has simplified and honed his approach to get you quickly performing the effect. Not only will these techniques be useful for this effect, but you will be able to use them for other effects such as - day for any date, Knight's Tour etc. In fact, Timothy strongly believes, successfully tackling this effect will give you a confidence that will shine through your entire performance!
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And if you do know a memory system already, I'm sure you'll find a few new ideas and techniques in that section that will add to your own skills. Timothy shares his technique for quickly forming vivid memory pictures and his technique to expand a simple 1 - 20 peg list to a 1 - 100 or 1 - 300 list with very little effort at all. 
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This really is a feature routine and has made the reputation of many performers.
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<i>"What a wonderful book. Timothy has provided a comprehensive look at the Magazine Memory effect. I have read no other text on this that gives this much color, detail and insight into the methodology and the performance of this classic mentalism effect that only comes from careful examination and extensive performance. In fact, Timothy describes his own memory nuances that will improve your memory work at least 10% (if not better). Mr. Hyde gives several options, so you can decide which best works for you. In fact, he offers some suggestions on expanding some methods you may already know, great ways to practice and a number of wonderful ways to utilize this in your own performance.
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Not only do I highly recommend this for those who perform this routine, but more importantly, if you have the slightest inclination that you might want to, then read this and you will. Timothy rightly positions this skill with the powerful psychological tools of the mentalist like muscle reading and suggestion. Timothy is giving away REAL POWERS. Use wisely."</i> - <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/sean-waters-m-787.html"><u>Sean Waters</u></a>
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<i>"Mr. Hyde does not hide any of the work needed here. He tells you up front that you are going to have to put in the time to master this, but once you do you'll have a gem in your act. Along with the nuts & bolts on what you'll need to do this, Mr Hyde gives you a number of ways to present it and some really nice touches. This is a powerful piece that can close just about any act and Mr. Hyde gives you all the right tools. A very useful book to anyone that is considering adding a touch of memory in their arsenal."</i> - Greg Arce, California
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<i>1st edition 2009, 50 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/magazine-memory-secret-notebooks-hyde-volume-p-5885.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/magazine-memory-secret-notebooks-hyde-volume-p-5885.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST <p>A dynamic program for improving memory and sharpening focus</p><p>Each year, Americans spend hundreds of millions of dollars on gym memberships, exercise equipment, and workout videos, all in the name of physical fitness. But what are they doing for their minds? In <i>Dental Floss for the Mind</i>, a leading cognitive scientist and a neurologist team up to offer you a complete program for improving memory and stimulating your mind.</p><p>This interactive guide features:</p><ul><li>More than 100 creative and engaging exercises of increasing difficulty to stimulate cognitive skills <li>Targeted exercises for improving the five key cognitive areas: memory, attention, language skills, visual and spatial recognition, and reasoning ability <li>A scoring system for assessing current status, along with prescriptive tips for improving each cognitive area </ul>http://www.lybrary.com/dental-floss-mind-complete-program-boosting-your-brain-power-p-5330.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/dental-floss-mind-complete-program-boosting-your-brain-power-p-5330.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Orville Meyer, probably most famous for developing the bullet catch for <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/ted-annemann-m-20.html"><u>Ted Annemann</u></a>, demonstrates here his skill to routine amazing effects.
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The stunt of forming a sixteen cell magic square that will add up to a number suggested by a spectator is a spectacular mathematical feat. Memorizing and repeating a list of objects named by members of the audience is an interesting and impressive mental demonstration.
When you combine the formation of the sixteen cell magic square with the memorized list of objects, you really have something!
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But we do not stop there! In this version, the double-barreled feat may be done blindfolded! The spectators realize that the performer must be keeping everything tabulated in his mind -- an amazing and incredible demonstration indeed! And this is exactly what is done, as no secret gimmicks are required. This feat has, for many years, been featured by several of the nation's top-flight professional mentalists.
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The system was ten years in development. It is a really great stunt as it can be done anywhere at any time in almost any circumstances. It's applications are much broader than your typical magic effect. It plays particularly well with the college and university groups or any other sophisticated audience.
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[Published with permission by the Orville Meyer estate.]
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<i>1st edition 1961; 21 pages.</i>
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If you like magic squares you should also check out <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/ultimate-magic-square-thats-magic-p-248.html"><i><u>The Ultimate Magic Square</u></i></a>.http://www.lybrary.com/amazing-magic-square-master-memory-demonstration-p-4447.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/amazing-magic-square-master-memory-demonstration-p-4447.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST If you perform any type of Giant memory routine (or intend to add one to
your repertoire) <i>20-20 Memory</i> is the software to help you polish your performance. In the past it has been difficult to effectively practice
memory routines under realistic conditions; Jack developed this software to overcome that problem. <i>20-20 Memory</i> becomes your audience. The software selects a number of random items, offers you a specific amount of time in which to memorize them, and then allows you to test yourself as many times as you wish. You are in control of the number of items used and can also adjust the pace at which they are presented to you. 
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The screens are clear and uncluttered, and the program offers an
excellent range of settings so you can easily control most aspects of
the program.
<ul>
<li>Select from 5 to 30 items from a list of over 2500 choices 
<li>Set a personal delay time from 1 to 20 seconds 
<li>Work with single objects or more 'complex' phrases 
<li>The program also features a random number feature: train
yourself to memorize 2-digit to 9-digit random numbers, with a time
limit of between one to 6 seconds for each number. 
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After you have memorized your list, you can review the items (as many
times as necessary) or move straight to two different test features:
<ul>
<li>the 'written' test compares your answers with the original list,
<li>the 'verbal' test offers you a number and asks you to recall the
item before it is displayed on the screen; you can work through this
test either forwards, backwards or in random order.
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Although <i>20-20 Memory</i> features four built-in lists (and a random number generator), that's not the end...You can create your own lists of items to use with the software, or download additional lists from the irontree website.
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<i>"20-20 Memory software is a great device for training using whatever type of memory system you have chosen to study. This would have been a tremendous help when I first learned these systems and, even now, I find it fun and fascinating to just occasionally test myself, you can adjust the time, to stay in shape! If you do memory work, or intend to, get this software."</i> - Richard Osterlind 
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<i>"I wish I had this years ago. It is simple to operate and just robust enough in its capacities to do a great job and not overwhelm you. You have the control to take it at the pace that works for you and best of all you can really test yourself and gauge your progress."</i> - Bill Cushman
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Note: the software does not teach memorization techniques, it is
specifically designed for those of you who have begun using a memory
system and want to improve your performance. Once you have the mechanics of memorization in place, <i>20-20 Memory</i> will enable you to polish your techniques and build up your speed so that when you are working with a real audience you can focus on your presentation.
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Requirements: Windows operating system.http://www.lybrary.com/2020-memory-p-1796.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/2020-memory-p-1796.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST A system to make remembering numbers as easy as one two buckle your shoe. Learn this system and remember numbers with ease. 
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After several years struggling to learn the memory systems from other sources Pete developed the <i>I.M.P Memory System</i>. Other systems require complicated rules to be learned before you can remember numbers. With the <i>I.M.P Memory System</i> you will begin recalling numbers of any length much sooner than with other systems. 
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Turn the boring abstract into a vibrant image easily with the <i>I.M.P Memory System</i>!
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<i>1st edition 2008; 30 pages.</i>
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<b>Table of Contents</b>
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<li value=2>Introduction
<li value=3>Other Systems to Remember Numbers
<li value=5>The Problem with the other systems
<li value=7>Lesson 1: Numbers 0-10
<li value=9>Lesson 2: Numbers 11-19
<li value=10>Lesson 3: The Tens
<li value=11>Lesson 4: The Hundreds
<li value=13>Lesson 5: Numbers 21-29
<li value=14>Lesson 6: Numbers 31-39
<li value=15>Lesson 7: Numbers 41-49
<li value=16>Lesson 8: Numbers 51-59
<li value=17>Lesson 9: Numbers 61-69
<li value=18>Lesson 10: Numbers 71-79
<li value=19>Lesson 11: Numbers 81-89
<li value=20>Lesson 12: Numbers 91-99
<li value=21>Simplicity of the System
<li value=23>Using the Images
<li value=27>Months of the Year & Remembering Birthdays
<li value=29>Conclusion
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</blockquote>http://www.lybrary.com/the-imp-system-p-930.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/the-imp-system-p-930.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST <i>Mind Explosions</i> is about closers, the routines which will leave your audience laughing, crying, awestruck, applauding, or sleeping. The two routines, "The Number of the Beast", and "Checkmate" begin as traditional, albeit very impressive, demonstrations of lightning calculation and memory. Both end with an unexpected synchronistic twist that leaves audiences stunned. 
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If you have ever performed the super memory effect or "The Knight's Tour", you already know that they are classic effects that are effective before any intelligent audience. In "Mind Explosions" you will learn a method of performing them that requires virtually no mental calculations or significant memory work on your part.
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The effects are made possible by a third effect that no one ever really sees called "The Invisible Booktest." You will be amazed at the bold simplicity that makes these miracles possible.
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<i>1st edition 2003; 25 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/mind-explosions-p-784.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/mind-explosions-p-784.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST If you've learned the classic Day of the Week For Any Date feat, as
taught in sources such as the <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/roth-memory-course-p-57.html"><i><u>Roth Memory Course</u></i></a>, <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/magic-memory-p-465.html"><i><u>The Magic of Memory</u></i></a>,
<a href="http://www.lybrary.com/train-your-brain-entertain-p-379.html"><i><u>Train Your Brain and Entertain</u></i></a> and <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/zufalls-memory-trix-p-58.html"><i><u>Zufall's Memory Trix</u></i></a>, you already know how useful a perpetual calendar can be for verification of the date. Now, you can have a compact perpetual calendar as close as your iPod, iPhone, PDA or cell phone that easily allows you to access any
date in any year from 1800 through 2199!
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"But wait," I can hear you say, "Don't iPods, iPhones, PDAs and most
cell phones already have built-in calendars?" Yes, they do. However,
most of these calendars are intended for appointments, and only handle
recent dates well. Often, if you're trying to look up a date farther
back than a few months ago, these calendars access these dates in an
agonizingly slow manner, if you can access them at all. For example my Palm III can only access dates ranging from 1904 to 2031. Even on my PC I can only access dates from 1980 to 2099.
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This perpetual calendar is in the form of 176 JPEG files, that can be loaded onto any iPod, iPhone, PDA or cell phone that can handle images*. The first 8 images constitute an index that shows which calendars (denoted with the letters A through N) correspond to which years. The remaining 168 images show the months, from "January A" through "December N".
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Imagine you're performing the classic Day of the Week For Any Date
feat, and you're given the date July 4th, 1976. After you give the
date as Sunday (using for example one of the methods explained in the ebooks listed above), you take out your iPod and scroll to the "1950-1999"
index, to show that the year 1976 corresponds to calendar "L". You
then scroll quickly through the images until you get to "July L",
which clearly shows that July 4th, 1976, was a Sunday. You've just
proved your prowess as a human calendar!
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It's portable, easily accessible, inexpensive and helps make you look
amazing! What more could you ask? And since these are simple image files you can certainly also use them on your desktop or laptop computer.
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(* Note: The images are 360 by 270 pixels each, and they may be
difficult to read on iPod nanos, as well as PDAs and cell phones with
smaller screens.)
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<i>1st edition 2007.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/perpetual-calendar-your-ipodiphonepdacellphone-p-650.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/perpetual-calendar-your-ipodiphonepdacellphone-p-650.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST A number of effects in magic, and in life, succeed because one person is doing something mentally that other people assume is beyond human capacity. This ebook explores one such phenomenon--memory for numbers, items and events. Over the course of several thousand years a procession of mnemonics pioneers have successively augmented human power to deal with numbers by evolving a collection of clever ways to think more effectively about them. These methods, largely unknown to the general population, have the potential for greatly expanding human mental capacity. For instance, the average human’s “raw” digital or verbal “retention span” is only about seven items. This aspect of human mental capacity is so commonly regarded as a correlate of intelligence that it is a major part of many IQ tests. By learning phonetically reformulated numbers this mental power can be enhanced easily a hundred fold.
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First, the system, an extension of the <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/roth-memory-course-p-57.html"><i><u>Roth Method</u></i></a> is explained. Simple examples to illustrate the use of the system are given in the form of exercises and techniques for memorizing lists such as the periodic table from chemistry, sequences of playing cards, Keno tickets, the birthdates of artists and other assortments of information.
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Then, to accommodate the needs of the Mnemonic Power User and to guide the reader who needs to develop his/her own personalized custom mnemonic systems, more intricate applications are offered. These include an original method for determining the day that a given date falls on together with some other “calendar magic” as well as some methods for organizing one’s memorized material using “cluster mnemonics” and mental “trellis-matrices.” 
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Finally, two “mnemonics dictionaries” of around 120 pages are included for use in constructing and optimizing your personal memory codes. These are also perfect as handy portable pocket references when developing custom coding systems for friends or even when functioning as a professional mnemonist constructing mnemonic frameworks for your customers’ specialized needs.
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The ebook is appropriate for all levels of mnemonic sophistication and aspiration. It is well worth your time.
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<i>1st edition 2007; 154 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/magic-memory-p-465.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/magic-memory-p-465.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Want to improve your memory, and do better at work or school? Even
better, want to have fun while you're doing it? Then this is the
software for you! You'll not only learn memory techniques that you can
use in your everyday life, but fun memory feats with which you can
entertain and amaze your friends!
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Please make sure to get the version for your operating system. You can choose between Windows and Mac OS-X.
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Would you like a better edge in school or at work? A better memory can
give your that edge! Imagine having facts, dates and details handy
without notes, or worrying about double-checking your facts. This is
very handy for tests, and can increase your value in the eyes of your
boss.
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You'll learn these skills:
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<li>Memorizing lists in order
<li>Memorizing difficult, abstract words
<li>Memorizing numbers of any length
<li>Memorizing lists out of order
</ul>
Because I believe that using your memory should be fun as well as
functional, I've also included some fun demonstrations you can perform
with your improved memory:
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<li>Blindfolded Knight's Tour
<li>Memorizing 400 Digits of Pi (see the 400-Digit Pi Challenge section)
<li>Calendar Memory - Being able to give the day of the week for any
date (handy for meetings and appointments!)
<li>Memorizing playing cards, including an entire stack!
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Help with these techniques, or with using the program itself, is never
more than a single button-click away in any part of the program.
Clicking "Help"in any section takes you to context-sensitive help
window, which can be browsed or searched to help you find what you
want.
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To help personalize your memory training, the program preferences can
be modified to your liking. Setting up your own personal key words and
letter arrangements is a great help if you have previous experience
with memory training.
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Also included are some special bonuses to help you take your memory farther:
<ul>
<li>A printable 400-digit "Pi Chart"
<li>A detailed 43-page list of resources where you can find out more
about memory feats and tips
<li>A printable 8400-year perpetual calendar, useful for the Calendar Memory feat
</ul>http://www.lybrary.com/train-your-brain-entertain-p-379.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/train-your-brain-entertain-p-379.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Back in 1940, a performer named Bernard Zufall ("The Mental Magician") put out a series of six booklets titled, <i>Zufall's Memory Trix</i>. These six booklets are here combined into one ebook. They cover memorizing feats such as calender memorizing, memorizing a deck of cards, the knight tour, memorizing facts and figures, a.s.o.
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<b>Table of Contents</b><blockquote><table><tr valign="top"><td class="main"><ol>
<li value=1>Magazine Memorizing	
<li value=2>Mental File Index	
<li value=3>Calendar Memorizing
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<li value=4>Memorizing A Deck of Playing Cards	
<li value=5>Memorizing Numbers	
<li value=6>Memorizing Facts and Figures
</ol></td></tr></table></blockquote>http://www.lybrary.com/zufalls-memory-trix-p-58.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/zufalls-memory-trix-p-58.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST This is a wonderful course in seven lessons to improve your memory. It covers all fundamentals and shows how to apply these mnemotechnic tools to remember for example names, faces, spelling and numbers. It also gives applications for magic tricks. You will learn how to memorize a shuffled deck of 52 cards or how to remember the knight tour on the chess board. It is likely that Roth was a magician himself, since he mentions his friend <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/henry-hatton-m-65.html"><u>Henry Hatton</u></a> from <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/magicians-tricks-p-109.html"><i><u>Magicians' Tricks</u></i></a> fame. <a href="http://www.lybrary.com/dai-vernon-m-147.html"><u>Dai Vernon</u></a> learned from this course and mentions it on the Revelations video tapes.
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Written in 1918 and as good as any book on 'how to improve your memory' you will find. I am sure many of the famous 'memory' authors have gleaned a good deal of their knowledge from Roth.
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<i>1st edition, 1918, Independent Corporation, New York.</i>
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<b>Table of Contents</b><blockquote><table><tr><td class="main"><b>lesson</b></td><td></td><td class="main"><b>lesson</b></td></tr><tr valign="top"><td class="main"><ol>
<li value=1>How to Gain a Good Memory
<li value=2>How to Train the Memory for Every-Day Needs
<li value=3>How to Remember Names and Faces
<li value=4>How to Remember What You Read
</ol></td><td width="10"> </td><td class="main"><ol>
<li value=5>How to Remember Figures
<li value=6>How to Remember Spelling
<li value=7>Practical Uses of the Roth Memory Course
</ol></td></tr></table></blockquote>http://www.lybrary.com/roth-memory-course-p-57.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/roth-memory-course-p-57.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST Dominic O'Brien is the eight times winner of the The World Memory Championships and has a number of entries in the Guinness Book of Records including the memorisation of 54 packs of shuffled cards after just a single-sighting of each card. How does he do it? What is his system and how can it help YOU remember names, faces, telephone numbers, pass exams, learn languages, win at Trivial Pursuit and clean up at the Blackjack table? <i>How to Develop a Perfect Memory</i> will show you in simple language and easy stages.
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We have an exclusive on this ebook from Dominic O'Brien. The book is long out of print. You can find second hand copies being sold in the $100 to $400 range. It is considered one of the best books on memory ever written. Everyone should have read this one. It is enlightening.
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<i>first edition, 1993 by Pavilion Books Limited; 174 pages.</i>
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<b>Table of Contents</b><blockquote><table><tr><td class="main"><b>chapter</b></td><td></td><td 
class="main"><b>chapter</b></td></tr><tr valign="top"><td class="main"><ol>
Dedication
<br>Preface
<li value=1>Introduction
<li value=2>How to remember lists
<li value=3>What's in a name?
<li value=4>How to remember numbers
<li value=5>The mental diary
<li value=6>The mental in-tray
<li value=7>Memory and job interviews
<li value=8>How to remember speeches
<li value=9>How to remember directions
<li value=10>Learning the twentieth century calendar
<li value=11>How to recall 'lost' chapters of your life
<li value=12>How to learn languages
<li value=13>How to remember geographical facts
<li value=14>How to remember history
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<li value=15>Popular mnemonics
<li value=16>How to memorize a pack of playing cards
<li value=17>How to win (always) at Trivial Pursuit
<li value=18>Memory and sport
<li value=19>How memory can improve your golf swing
<li value=20>How memory can improve your chess game
<li value=21>More on cards - how to memorize thirty-five decks
<li value=22>Number crunching
<li value=23>Remembering binary numbers
<li value=24>How to win at blackjack
<li value=25>How to beat quiz machines
<li value=26>Memory and the Greeks
<li value=27>Famous memory men
<li value=28>Conclusion
<li value=29>Name and face exercise
<li value=30>Selected Bibliography
</ol></td></tr></table></blockquote>http://www.lybrary.com/develop-perfect-memory-p-56.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/develop-perfect-memory-p-56.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST George Parker Bidder is one of history's greatest mental calculators. In the early 19th century he toured Britain as a 'calculating boy'. The amazing demonstrations he gave caught the attention of eminent scholars who offered to fund his education. Bidder went on to become one of the leading engineers of his time. His position as vice president of the Institution of Civil Engineers afforded him the opportunity to speak openly about his views on mental calculation in a lecture to fellow members of the institution. That lecture, given in 1856, is the subject of this document. In it, Bidder describes with considerable clarity his experiences as a mental calculator, explaining his methods for doing arithmetic and contrasting them with those of tradition. He covers basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; and also higher arithmetic: square root, compound interest, and so on.
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Bidder stresses again and again that anyone can acquire a high level of skill in mental calculation and dispells the myth that one must be endowed with an exceptional memory. He is also critical of the way in which children are "taught numbers" and emphasises the need to appreciate that numbers are not merely strings of figures - a view perhaps even more pertinent in today's 'digital age'. There are very very few instances of celebrated mental calculators giving a detailed account of their ability. A gem of an article.
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Robert Fountain
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<i>Lecture in 1856; 30 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/mental-calculation-p-55.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/mental-calculation-p-55.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST <i>Arithmetical Prodigies</i> by E.W. Scripture is a remarkable paper about remarkable people. Published in 1891, it gives the first comprehensive account of those individuals who have displayed an astonishing capacity for mental calculation. The numerous and fascinating biographies alone make this work a 'must read' for anyone with a taste for the curious and sensational. The paper can also lay claim to being one of the first works of popular psychology. Its style - essentially that of a treatise that reads like a novel - has been replicated right through to the present day. In short, Scripture's <i>Arithmetical Prodigies</i> is a perplexing and awe inspiring classic that, despite its title, can be enjoyed by even the least mathematically inclined. - Robert Fountain
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<i>The American Journal of Psychology, 1891, vol. 4, no. 1; 59 pages.</i>http://www.lybrary.com/arithmetical-prodigies-p-54.htmlhttp://www.lybrary.com/arithmetical-prodigies-p-54.htmlSat, 13 Mar 2010 23:00:00 EST