Memoirs Of Robert Houdin: Ambassador - Author - Conjuror - Houdini ' S Inspiration
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Memoirs of Robert Houdin: Ambassador - Author - Conjuror - Harry Houdini's Inspiration
Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin (7 December 1805 – 13 June 1871) was a French watchmaker, magician and illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. He transformed magic from a pastime for the lower classes, seen at fairs, to an entertainment for the wealthy, which he offered in a theatre opened in Paris, a legacy preserved by the tradition of mod...ern magicians to perform in tails.
- Carl W. Jones pub, 1945. Stated First Edition
- Book is in decent shape, clean with some cocking.
- Myalr covered DJ shows some wear, chipping, tears, and some small missing pieces.
- See pictures!
Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin (7 December 1805 – 13 June 1871) was a French watchmaker, magician and illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. He transformed magic from a pastime for the lower classes, seen at fairs, to an entertainment for the wealthy, which he offered in a theatre opened in Paris, a legacy preserved by the tradition of mod...ern magicians to perform in tails.
- Carl W. Jones pub, 1945. Stated First Edition
- Book is in decent shape, clean with some cocking.
- Myalr covered DJ shows some wear, chipping, tears, and some small missing pieces.
- See pictures!
