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Houdini, Harry. Accumulation of Houdini-related books and ephemera. Including cloth and paper bound texts (by Gibson, Epstein, Dunninger, Christopher, Silverman (signed) and others), leaflets, flyers (some for Houdini imitators, others using images of Houdini, etc.), an audio recording of Houdini's voice, an archive of material on Houdini's birth records, photographs (reproductions), a Hardeen program, the Houdini "Margery" pamphlet, a manuscript about Houdini's film career with Jay Marshall's handmade corrections, and much, much more. Most items produced after Houdini's death, but all relating to his career or imitators, his escapes and his legendary performances of magic. Some reproductions. Condition varies, but generally good. Should be seen.


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Date:
2010-05-16

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