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Title: Houdini: Master of Illusion

Synopsis
This biography of famed magician and illusionist Harry Houdini is illustrated with b&w photographs.

Details
Language:        English
Reading Level:  Grades 4 to 6

Size
Length:        194 Pages
Weight:        0.9 Pounds
Height:         8.8 Inches
Width:          6 Inches
Thickness:    0.8 Inches


Publisher Notes
A biography of the world's greatest escape artist exposes the secrets behind many of Houdini's tricks and also shows that it was his brilliancy, his physical dexterity, and his wild imagination that made him a true master of illusion.

Industry Reviews
"Gleaning information from Houdini's journals (perhaps Houdini's only truthful statements about himself) and primary sources from the time period, Cox presents a well-researched and fascinating account of a man whose life continues to mystify us."
(10/15/2001)
"While the text occasionally verges on a list-like chronology of events, Cox compresses a tremendous amount of living into the narrative. His take on Houdini, while unsentimental and unsparing of the man's weaknesses, still shows a tremendous admiration for his stamina, determination, and courage."
(January 2002)


Book Details Summary: The title of this book is Houdini: Master of Illusion and it was written by Clinton Cox. This edition of Houdini: Master of Illusion is in a Hardcover format. This books publish date is November 2001 and it has a suggested retail price of $16.95. There are 194 pages in the book and it was published by Scholastic. The 10 digit ISBN is 0590949608 and the 13 digit ISBN is 9780590949606. For the most current lowest price, Click Here.