Shibboleth by Angelo Stagnaro – Advanced Mentalism Across Psi Disciplines

Shibboleth by Angelo Stagnaro is a unique and advanced volume within the Psi-Book Series, standing out as the only installment that is not limited to a single theme. Instead, it offers a broad exploration of mentalism across multiple “psi” categories, presenting a diverse and sophisticated collection of effects and concepts.

A Multi-Dimensional Approach to Mentalism

The title Shibboleth refers to a distinguishing trait or identifying characteristic—and fittingly, this book explores mentalism through a wide range of distinct conceptual frameworks.

Rather than focusing on one area, it categorizes material into several advanced mentalism disciplines, making it a rich resource for performers seeking variety and depth.

Core Sections & Themes

Inside Shibboleth, you will find effects organized into the following categories:

• Clairsentience Effects – Perceiving hidden or unknown information
• Meta-Psionic Effects – Advanced layered mental phenomena
• Metagenic Effects – Transformational and influence-based routines
• Precognitive Effects – Predictions and future insights
• Psychosomatic Effects – Mind-over-body demonstrations
• Pyrokinetic & Cryokinetic Effects – Temperature and elemental influence themes
• Telekinetic & Telepathic Effects – Movement and mind-reading demonstrations

A Unique Feature: Alchemical Mentalism

A standout element of Shibboleth is its dedicated chapter on “alchemical mentalis”—mentalism routines that incorporate chemical preparations to create unusual and highly visual effects.

This adds a distinctive and rarely explored dimension to the material, blending science-inspired methods with performance art.

About the Author

Angelo Stagnaro has been performing magic and mentalism since the age of 13 and has presented his work internationally, including in the United States, Italy, Denmark, Singapore, and across Asia.

He is also known for publishing Smoke and Mirrors, a widely distributed e-zine reaching thousands of professional magicians worldwide.

Book Details

• 150 pages
• Hardbound with dust jacket
• Part of the Psi-Book Series
• Focus on advanced and conceptual mentalism

Why This Book Stands Out

Shibboleth is ideal for performers who want to move beyond standard routines and explore thematic, conceptual, and multi-layered mentalism. Its structure encourages creativity and offers a wide spectrum of ideas that can be adapted into unique performance pieces.