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The Life and Many Deaths of Harry Houdini

by Ruth Brandon

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An intriguing, intimate study of the world's most famous magician examines Houdini's obsession with death, his death-defying illusions, his relationship with his wife, his secretive personal life, and his death. 25,000 first printing.

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