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Nothing Is Impossible: The Real-Life Adventures of a Street Magician
' I immersed myself in magic. I read every book I could get my hands on and practised and practised, day after day and night after night. Magic became my world...some might say an obsession. 'When you’re a kid life can seem tough; tougher for some than others. But the darkest of times can also be the most enlightening.When his late granddad showed him magic for the first time, Steven Frayne knew there was more to life than hiding from bullies. He had a destiny. A calling. In that moment Dynamo was the most exciting magician of the 21st century.Since then, Dynamo has shocked, thrilled and amazed men, women and children, from all walks of life, all over the world. With his mind-blowing illusions, he has catalysed a whole new era of magic.Now, in his very first book, Dynamo invites you to join him on a breathtaking journey across the globe. Be prepared to levitate Lindsay Lohan in Singapore, transform snow into diamonds in the Austrian mountains, and walk on water across the River Thames. Along the way, he reveals how to make the impossible possible, what it takes to pull off the greatest stunts man has seen, and why everyone needs magic in their lives.This is no illusion. This is Dynamo revealed.
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First published September 27, 2012
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August 3, 2020
When the fantastic street magician Dynamo does a trick like, pushing a persons mobile phone into an empty beer bottle, do you ever think... WTF!????
There is no trick or illusion, the mob phone is in the empty beer bottle.
Does Dynamo manipulate the atoms that make the construct of the glass bottle enabling a window, a portal to place the phone inside? Does he use vibration at a rate we cannot hear or feel? Like the Druids in a stone dome, chanting and making vibrations that create magic, portals?
Is Dynamo getting help from entities? Did Dynamo learn in a mystery school? Is the Magic Circle a Masonic Druidic Order? By decree of Sir John Dee himself?🐯👍
There is no trick or illusion, the mob phone is in the empty beer bottle.
Does Dynamo manipulate the atoms that make the construct of the glass bottle enabling a window, a portal to place the phone inside? Does he use vibration at a rate we cannot hear or feel? Like the Druids in a stone dome, chanting and making vibrations that create magic, portals?
Is Dynamo getting help from entities? Did Dynamo learn in a mystery school? Is the Magic Circle a Masonic Druidic Order? By decree of Sir John Dee himself?🐯👍
September 12, 2014
This was not at all what I expected, but I still enjoyed it. Part autobiography, part motivation - the whole book felt very authentic, and really gave you insight into the making of Dynamo's life. If you are interested in magic, I recommend Fooling Houdini, but if you are a fan of Dynamo then definitely go for this. "My favourite thing about magic is the honesty it brings out in people; when we see something that amazes us, our natural, pure emotion comes out."
August 28, 2016
Die Magie des Lebens macht es möglich
Es ist nicht schwer zu erkennen, dass Steven Frayne nicht die unbeschwerteste Kindheit hatte. Er nahm in seinem Umfeld schnell eine Außenseiterrolle ein. Er wurde Opfer von Mobbingübergriffen in der Schule. Er musste sich mit der Diagnose einer sein Leben verändernden Krankheit auseinandersetzen. Dennoch verlor Steven nie endgültig den Mut. Er entdeckte dank seines Gramps eines Tages eine Leidenschaft, die ihn vollkommen vereinnahmte, mental stärkte und weit über die Grenzen Großbritanniens hinaus bekannt machen sollte: Steven wurde Magier. Inzwischen gehört er als Dynamo zu der absoluten A-Liga seiner Zunft. Der Weg dorthin war gepflastert von Widrigkeiten und Rückschlägen, doch wann immer Dynamo als Straßenmagier sein Publikum verblüffen kann, weiß er, wofür es sich lohnt, zu kämpfen.
Jede einzelne Faser seines Körpers, viele tausende Stunden des Trainings, all seine Kraft steckt Steven Frayne, den die meisten heute nur als Magician Impossible kennen, in die Zauberei. In "Nothing Is Impossible" beschreibt Dynamo mit großer Hingabe seinen Weg vom Kind unterer sozialer Schicht zu einem der talentiertesten und bekanntesten Magier der Gegenwart.
Dynamo macht es möglich: das Zeitreisen. Mit diesem Buch fasst er den Leser bei der Hand und nimmt ihn mit zu den Anfängen seiner Liebe zur Zauberei, von wo aus der steinige Pfad begann. Diese Reise machte ihn schließlich zu dem Mann, der über die Themse lief, der die Ergebnisse der Fußballeuropameisterschaft 2012 vorhersagte und der das Times Gebäude in L.A. hinunterlief.
Doch neben all diesen fulminanten Beweisen seines Könnens hinterlässt Dynamo vor allem auch durch seine Illusionen, mit denen er Passanten auf der Straße sprichwörtlich die Schuhe auszieht, Eindruck. Er liebt die Reaktionen der Menschen auf seine Vorführungen mehr als alles andere. Das betont er immer wieder und man glaubt es ihm aufs Wort. Denn Dynamo ist ein Mensch, der seinem Publikum ein Stück Glauben an die Möglichkeit des Unmöglichen schenken möchte. Ebenso wie die Magie ihn aufgefangen hat, als er am Boden lag.
In den Kapiteln seines Buches, das er seinem Gramps, der Inspiration seines Wirkens, gewidmet hat, greift der Autor einzelne schicksalsbehaftete Momente, Begegnungen und Entscheidungen seines Lebens auf. Dabei erzählt er von Angst, Verzweiflung und Hoffnungslosigkeit gleichermaßen wie von Glückseligkeit, Wundern und dem verbissenen Streben nach Perfektion.
Obwohl Dynamo der Mann ist, der vor den Augen seines Publikums in die Luft abhebt, hat er andererseits niemals die Bodenhaftung verloren. Er, und das liest sich besonders sympathisch, ist jemand, der dem Leben und dem Sein als Magier und Lebenskünstler eine große Portion Dankbarkeit und Demut entgegenbringt. Etwas zu kreieren, das unglaublich scheint, ist für ihn ein absolutes Privileg und Lebenselexir zugleich.
Auch der Erzählstil des Buches spiegelt dies wider. Dynamo schreibt für dich und mich. Er stellt nicht sich, sondern eine unnachahmliche Hingabe dar. Er erläutert, seine Intention des Einzigartigen ebenso wie die Tatsache, das Magie ohne Netz und doppelten Boden sehr wohl keine Garantie für ein Gelingen einschließt. Wer sein Buch liest, wird dazu eingeladen, die Welt mit etwas anderen Augen zu sehen, wenngleich man glaubt, diesen nicht zu trauen. Verblüffend!
Auf ganzer Linie ein Buch mit enorm viel Persönlichkeit, das beweist, wohin Entschlossenheit, Talent und Wertschätzung führen können. Ob kleine Illusion oder große Magie – ein Zauberkasten zwischen zwei Buchdeckeln, der Fans jener Kunst zweifelsohne in einen Bann zieht.
Es ist nicht schwer zu erkennen, dass Steven Frayne nicht die unbeschwerteste Kindheit hatte. Er nahm in seinem Umfeld schnell eine Außenseiterrolle ein. Er wurde Opfer von Mobbingübergriffen in der Schule. Er musste sich mit der Diagnose einer sein Leben verändernden Krankheit auseinandersetzen. Dennoch verlor Steven nie endgültig den Mut. Er entdeckte dank seines Gramps eines Tages eine Leidenschaft, die ihn vollkommen vereinnahmte, mental stärkte und weit über die Grenzen Großbritanniens hinaus bekannt machen sollte: Steven wurde Magier. Inzwischen gehört er als Dynamo zu der absoluten A-Liga seiner Zunft. Der Weg dorthin war gepflastert von Widrigkeiten und Rückschlägen, doch wann immer Dynamo als Straßenmagier sein Publikum verblüffen kann, weiß er, wofür es sich lohnt, zu kämpfen.
Jede einzelne Faser seines Körpers, viele tausende Stunden des Trainings, all seine Kraft steckt Steven Frayne, den die meisten heute nur als Magician Impossible kennen, in die Zauberei. In "Nothing Is Impossible" beschreibt Dynamo mit großer Hingabe seinen Weg vom Kind unterer sozialer Schicht zu einem der talentiertesten und bekanntesten Magier der Gegenwart.
Dynamo macht es möglich: das Zeitreisen. Mit diesem Buch fasst er den Leser bei der Hand und nimmt ihn mit zu den Anfängen seiner Liebe zur Zauberei, von wo aus der steinige Pfad begann. Diese Reise machte ihn schließlich zu dem Mann, der über die Themse lief, der die Ergebnisse der Fußballeuropameisterschaft 2012 vorhersagte und der das Times Gebäude in L.A. hinunterlief.
Doch neben all diesen fulminanten Beweisen seines Könnens hinterlässt Dynamo vor allem auch durch seine Illusionen, mit denen er Passanten auf der Straße sprichwörtlich die Schuhe auszieht, Eindruck. Er liebt die Reaktionen der Menschen auf seine Vorführungen mehr als alles andere. Das betont er immer wieder und man glaubt es ihm aufs Wort. Denn Dynamo ist ein Mensch, der seinem Publikum ein Stück Glauben an die Möglichkeit des Unmöglichen schenken möchte. Ebenso wie die Magie ihn aufgefangen hat, als er am Boden lag.
In den Kapiteln seines Buches, das er seinem Gramps, der Inspiration seines Wirkens, gewidmet hat, greift der Autor einzelne schicksalsbehaftete Momente, Begegnungen und Entscheidungen seines Lebens auf. Dabei erzählt er von Angst, Verzweiflung und Hoffnungslosigkeit gleichermaßen wie von Glückseligkeit, Wundern und dem verbissenen Streben nach Perfektion.
Obwohl Dynamo der Mann ist, der vor den Augen seines Publikums in die Luft abhebt, hat er andererseits niemals die Bodenhaftung verloren. Er, und das liest sich besonders sympathisch, ist jemand, der dem Leben und dem Sein als Magier und Lebenskünstler eine große Portion Dankbarkeit und Demut entgegenbringt. Etwas zu kreieren, das unglaublich scheint, ist für ihn ein absolutes Privileg und Lebenselexir zugleich.
Auch der Erzählstil des Buches spiegelt dies wider. Dynamo schreibt für dich und mich. Er stellt nicht sich, sondern eine unnachahmliche Hingabe dar. Er erläutert, seine Intention des Einzigartigen ebenso wie die Tatsache, das Magie ohne Netz und doppelten Boden sehr wohl keine Garantie für ein Gelingen einschließt. Wer sein Buch liest, wird dazu eingeladen, die Welt mit etwas anderen Augen zu sehen, wenngleich man glaubt, diesen nicht zu trauen. Verblüffend!
Auf ganzer Linie ein Buch mit enorm viel Persönlichkeit, das beweist, wohin Entschlossenheit, Talent und Wertschätzung führen können. Ob kleine Illusion oder große Magie – ein Zauberkasten zwischen zwei Buchdeckeln, der Fans jener Kunst zweifelsohne in einen Bann zieht.
May 19, 2014
Nothing is Impossible is the autobiography of a Bradford lad called Stephen Frayne, a guy who was badly bullied as a kid and who managed to turn it in to something positive. You might have heard of him – he captured the world’s attention as Dynamo, the ‘Magician Impossible‘ who gained notoriety for a variety of high-profile stunts including his stint walking on the waters of the Thames.
Now, I don’t know how much help Dynamo had when writing this, but I’ll admit that the whole thing is very well written with no obvious mistakes and extraordinary insight in to the magician’s mind. Whilst he doesn’t reveal the secrets behind his magic, that’s not what you want to hear anyway – if you knew how he did his tricks, it would ruin them!
However, you do learn why he does the magic that he does, and it’s fascinating to see how his troubled childhood in Bradford helped to shape the man that he became. He also covers his early career, and it’s particularly interesting to see how the Prince’s Trust helped him to get to where he is today.
My copy holds a little extra significance – it’s signed by the man himself, as part of an offer that he posted through his Facebook page where you could get your copy signed if you pre-ordered it before the book’s launch. I would’ve pre-ordered it anyway – he’s a fascinating man, and you should leap at the chance to find out a bit more about what makes him tick.
Celebrity autobiographies are usually vacuous and faintly depressing, and they reek of ghost-writing and a lack of talent – here, Dynamo rewards the Dynamites, his dedicated followers, with something a little different. A little special. A little magical.
Now, I don’t know how much help Dynamo had when writing this, but I’ll admit that the whole thing is very well written with no obvious mistakes and extraordinary insight in to the magician’s mind. Whilst he doesn’t reveal the secrets behind his magic, that’s not what you want to hear anyway – if you knew how he did his tricks, it would ruin them!
However, you do learn why he does the magic that he does, and it’s fascinating to see how his troubled childhood in Bradford helped to shape the man that he became. He also covers his early career, and it’s particularly interesting to see how the Prince’s Trust helped him to get to where he is today.
My copy holds a little extra significance – it’s signed by the man himself, as part of an offer that he posted through his Facebook page where you could get your copy signed if you pre-ordered it before the book’s launch. I would’ve pre-ordered it anyway – he’s a fascinating man, and you should leap at the chance to find out a bit more about what makes him tick.
Celebrity autobiographies are usually vacuous and faintly depressing, and they reek of ghost-writing and a lack of talent – here, Dynamo rewards the Dynamites, his dedicated followers, with something a little different. A little special. A little magical.
January 9, 2013
When I saw this book was available I immediately purchased it. I am a huge Dynamo fan and his magic fascinates me to no end.
I wasn't sure what to expect, but I definitely wasn't disappointed. Every teenager should read this book to realise that you are the master of your own destiny and that you do not have to conform to the normal worldly expectations when choosing a career, but should choose something that inspires and motivates you.
After reading this book I have again watched some of the episodes of Magician Impossible and somehow have a better understanding of who Dynamo is, where he came from and where he's going.
Definitely a good read, even more so if you are an avid fan.
I wasn't sure what to expect, but I definitely wasn't disappointed. Every teenager should read this book to realise that you are the master of your own destiny and that you do not have to conform to the normal worldly expectations when choosing a career, but should choose something that inspires and motivates you.
After reading this book I have again watched some of the episodes of Magician Impossible and somehow have a better understanding of who Dynamo is, where he came from and where he's going.
Definitely a good read, even more so if you are an avid fan.
January 18, 2015
If you are a fan of Dynamo, you will love this book. An autobiography, it is written in an easy conversational style which makes it a very easy read. I found the first chapter and the epilogue particularly moving. You get a real sense of the journey Steven Frayne has made to becoming Dynamo, the magician impossible. It is true that it takes years of hard work and determination to become an "overnight success". He is an amazing young man and an inspiration to us all. Reading his story makes his magic all the more special.
March 25, 2015
*Spoilers Ahead*
This was a great book about Dynamo who is a successful magician and his climb to the top. His real name is Steven he was taught magic by his grandpa while he was being bullied. His father left his mother when he was young. He was looked after mainly by his mother. Magic was his freedom it took him to another world. When he was older he started performing in small pubs and things. He did this with a bunch of friends they all had jobs and they cut the money equally. After doing this for a while he was recognised and went to functions were he met some of his favourite role models. The book explains how he founded his TV program "Dynamo Magician Impossible." He goes around the world performing street magic to see the smiles on the victims face. He has performed to people like Snoop dog, Lady Gaga, One direction and many more.
Very good book I read this because at the time I was practising card tricks.
This was a great book about Dynamo who is a successful magician and his climb to the top. His real name is Steven he was taught magic by his grandpa while he was being bullied. His father left his mother when he was young. He was looked after mainly by his mother. Magic was his freedom it took him to another world. When he was older he started performing in small pubs and things. He did this with a bunch of friends they all had jobs and they cut the money equally. After doing this for a while he was recognised and went to functions were he met some of his favourite role models. The book explains how he founded his TV program "Dynamo Magician Impossible." He goes around the world performing street magic to see the smiles on the victims face. He has performed to people like Snoop dog, Lady Gaga, One direction and many more.
Very good book I read this because at the time I was practising card tricks.
August 28, 2013
Dynamo; Nothing Is Impossible, is the best autobiography I’ve ever read; never before have I been more inspired by someone else’s life than I have with this book. I feel I’ve learnt from his experiences and I’m so grateful that he finally accomplished his dream of having his own TV show in which he has shown the world his magic. I was truly astounded when I first saw the show and it brings me so much joy and delight every time I see him perform. ‘Nothing is Impossible’ is a wonderfully insightful look into his life and all the things he has had to endure to get to where he is now. I cried when I read about his struggle with crohn’s disease, and I smiled and laughed at all the wonderful things he’s accomplished. Steven Frayne really is a gift to the world, and fans of the TV show will really benefit from reading this fantastically written book.
December 29, 2012
Steven frayne aka Dynamo is a true inspiration and is a trusted role model for kids today!
Well written book, keeps you wanting to read more and fast!
Gives insight into how and why he started his brand of magic, his relationship with his family, especially his beloved, late gramps.
Would love to meet this incredibly talented and disciplined man, his magic leads the way throughout the world and I'm so proud he is British! We do have stars here and we do have a lot of talent, shame it takes so long for this country to recognise and appreciate it.
Well done Dynamo, you have made me realise that the impossible is actually possible x
Well written book, keeps you wanting to read more and fast!
Gives insight into how and why he started his brand of magic, his relationship with his family, especially his beloved, late gramps.
Would love to meet this incredibly talented and disciplined man, his magic leads the way throughout the world and I'm so proud he is British! We do have stars here and we do have a lot of talent, shame it takes so long for this country to recognise and appreciate it.
Well done Dynamo, you have made me realise that the impossible is actually possible x
October 28, 2015
No magic recipe for success.
In many ways tis is a typical celebrity autobiography: where I come from, how I made it, who helped me get there. There are some differences however., from the obviously sincere attachment to the North and his f.riends to a very personal view of the role of magic. Ultimately,though, Dynamo keeps the reader at arm's s length, revealing rather little of his private self. It is a pity as there are hints that the private person is at least as interesting as the performer.
In many ways tis is a typical celebrity autobiography: where I come from, how I made it, who helped me get there. There are some differences however., from the obviously sincere attachment to the North and his f.riends to a very personal view of the role of magic. Ultimately,though, Dynamo keeps the reader at arm's s length, revealing rather little of his private self. It is a pity as there are hints that the private person is at least as interesting as the performer.
April 5, 2013
I really liked this. I wasnt expecting it to be what it was and more about the magic side., but it wasnt. It was about his life and growing up and how hard he found it, being bullied atc he also has chrones disease which is something I didnt know which was potentially life threatening for HIM he has a few things wrong, He is a lovely person, It was great. also this book was illustrated wonderfully.
September 19, 2013
This has been my favorite auto-biography so far. It's very open, and personal. He's very eloquent and it's so modest. You cannot help but love Dynamo more. His love for his family is inspiring as is his climb to success. You are forbidden not to have such great respect for him after reading this book. Which adds to the magical allure and the hysteria which has been created since Dynamo really broke into the public eye. Fantastic book, so very positive and honest.
December 3, 2013
I absolutely love dynamo, hes such an amazing man and apparently can also write an amazing book! it was cleverly written in a way that you cannot help but have his voice in your head when you read it, making it feel even more personal as if he is there talking with you. The pictures gave it a fun and extra touch that made it all the more great. I am not normally a fan of autobiography but this defiantly made me change this opinion
March 20, 2017
A well written autobiography of Dynano, the magician from Bradford!
Dynamo, AKA Steven Frayne comes across as a humble guy from poor roots, genuinely grateful for the way his career has took off and panned out.
It's a nice to read autobiography, none of this showing off lark that some end up being.
Seems a likable lad.
Dynamo, AKA Steven Frayne comes across as a humble guy from poor roots, genuinely grateful for the way his career has took off and panned out.
It's a nice to read autobiography, none of this showing off lark that some end up being.
Seems a likable lad.
February 25, 2013
I have always seen Dynamo as an amazingly talented man! And this book made me love him even more! The jouney he has been on has not been the easiest at all, but I love how he has a positive look out at everything! This is one of the best auto-biographies I've ever read! Its really a must read!
May 23, 2013
good book I LOVE autobiography I also LOVE magic so I found it interesting to find out how dynamo became a magician after hearing about his tricks my favorite was walking on water, I mean, how dose he do it?
October 17, 2013
An evocative insight into Dynamo one of today's great emerging celebrities. Nice to read and understand his background and the drivers he has to get him where he is today. Definitely an enjoyable and inspirational read.
July 20, 2015
I've always been a fan of Dynamo, I loved his tv show, so I brought the book on a whim whist out shopping one day, this book is incredible! This man'a journey is inspiring, he's a great role model, I recommend this book for anyone who's looking for some inspiration. Dynamo you truly are incredible.
November 2, 2012
I loved this autobiography!
I truly believe he is the atom of magic.
I truly believe he is the atom of magic.
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December 8, 2012it is incredible
December 26, 2012
He is so inspiring. I really do believe he is magical and everything is real. The book was very inspiring I learned a few more things about him. I would absolutely love to meat him one day!!
January 4, 2013
A fantastic insight into how a young lad from a council estate in Bradford became an overnight sensation & fantastic magician.
March 19, 2013
great books
April 6, 2013
Uma pessoa fascinante, um artista/mágico/ilusionista desconcertante. Depois de conhecer (ver - TV), tinha que o conhecer por ele, por escrito. Vale muito a pena.
July 1, 2013
An inspirational read. I enjoyed it but... I just wanna know how he does it all!!!
August 5, 2013
My uncle, a huge Dynamo fan, persuaded me to read this, I'm not a huge fan but you can't deny that what he can do is amazing. I found the book to be repetitive in places but an easy read.
September 1, 2013
dynamo es lo maximo
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December 15, 2013not bad
January 12, 2014
So wonderful. A true account of an inspirational journey to success. Massively enjoyable!
Want to read
January 15, 2014awesome
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