thurston, howard

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thurston, howard

The last greatest magician in the world

Howard Thurston versus Houdini & the battles of the American wizards
  • Steinmeyer, Jim
2012
Chronicles the life of magician Howard Thurston, discussing his childhood, early vaudeville career, rivalry with Houdini, unique stage show, and place in American entertainment history.

Levitation

physics and psychology in the service of deception
  • Ottaviani, Jim
2007
Presents the story of illusions, with such characters as The Scientist, The American, The Inventor, and The Heir.
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