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Photographic reproduction of a 2 leaf letter, signed robert houdin, dated 28 apr. Memoirs of roberthoudin, ambassador, author and conjurer. Roberthoudin 18051871 revolutionized the art of magic with his incredible stage mysteries and lifelike automata, and he thankfully left a number of books recording his philosophy and techniques. The unmasking of robert houdin deluxe by harry houdini book zoom our price. American magician and escape artist harry houdini born ehrich weiss was so impressed by roberthoudin that, after reading his autobiography in 1890, ehrich adopted the stage name of houdini in honour of roberthoudin. From robert houdin to chung ling soo to black herman and harry houdini, the world of magic and magicians has always found a place in books. Houdini was upset that the widow of roberthoudin did not want to meet him. He tries to show that most tricks roberthoudin claimed as his invention were in fact not his invention. His life and works are also cited in robertson davies s deptford trilogy, notably in the trilogys third novel, world of wonders, which takes place on the set of a movie about roberthoudin. The library of congress blogs inside adams harry houdinis rare magic books search. He could not have known it, but he later inspired harry houdini to become a magician. Save 5% today sign up for our newsletter stay informed on new products and promotions. Memoirs of roberthoudin by roberthoudin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Unmasking of roberthoudin book stevens magic emporium.
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