escape artists

"In the fictional world of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, the Escapist--the epitome of Golden Age superhero--was conceived. This anthology is a collection of the hero's history and his exploits, created by an all-star cast of comic book luminaries. The Escapist and his associates are heroes to all who languish in oppression's chains. They roam the globe, performing amazing feats to foil diabolical evildoers. From preventing a prison break and attack on Empire City, to facing a demonic horde in Japan, to crushing a galactic takeover in the year 2966, and to surfacing a sunken submarine from 300 fathoms, the Escapist brings hope and liberation.As the history of his creators, Joe Kavalier and Sam Clay, was chronicled in The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, now a multitude of the Escapist's adventures are collected here, along with the patchwork publishing history of the character. This volume also contains the adventures of the Escapist's associate, Luna Moth. The stories and art within are by amazing talent like Brian K. Vaughan (Saga, Y--The Last Man), Kyle Baker (The Fifth Beatle), Eduardo Barreto (Batman), Howard Chaykin (American Flagg, Star Wars), Gene Colan (Daredevil, Howard the Duck), Matt Kindt (Pistolwhip), Kevin McCarthy (Circuit-Breaker), Bill Sienkiewicz (Elektra: Assassin), Jim Starlin (Captain Marvel) and, of course, Michael Chabon.Containing a total of twenty-six tales, along with two never-before-collected stories, this volume also contains six never-before-published stories, as well as a robust gallery of pinups celebrating the world of the Escapist from artists including Brian Bolland (Judge Dredd), Joelle Jones (Lady Killer), Mike Mignola (Hellboy), Eric Wight (My Dead Girlfriend), Jae Lee (Before Watchmen), and more!"--.

Presents a pictorial history of famed magician, Harry Houdini, and describes some of his many tricks, escapes, and dangerous feats.

Presents a brief introduction to the life of magician and escapologist Harry Houdini, covering his achievements as a performer, movie star, and pilot. Presented in Spanish.

Briefly introduces the life of magician and escapologist Harry Houdini, covering his achievements as a performer, movie star, and pilot.

Presents a photographic introduction to the life and accomplishments of Harry Houdini, one of the most famous magicians of the twentieth century, discussing his family, his early work experiences, his entry into the entertainment business, and the development of his career as an escape artist.

An brief biography, in graphic novel format, of Harry Houdini, discussing his difficult early life, his struggles to earn a living as a magician, and his rise to fame as an escape artist.

Examines Harry Houdini's search for the truth behind spiritual mediums and s?ances in which he asked if mediums were merely charlatans employing magical tricks like he does, or if there was truth to their claims.

Easy-to-follow text and illustration describe how Harry Houdini was inspired by the circus, and convinced his brother to attempt tightrope walking and rope tricks in a local barn.

A brief biography of famed magician, Harry Houdini, describing some of his many tricks, escapes, and dangerous feats.

Young Harry Houdini's efforts to perfect his magic tricks are put on hold when his mentor, Herbie, disappears, prodding Harry and his two best friends, Arthur and Billie, to embark on a dangerous investigation that pushes their skill and their friendship to the limits.