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Escape!: The Story of the Great Houdini,New
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Who was this man who could walk through brick walls and, with a snap of his fingers, vanish elephants? In these pages you will meet the astonishing Houdinimagician, ghost chaser, daredevil, pioneer aviator, and king of escape artists. No jail cell or straitjacket could hold him! He shucked off handcuffs as easily as gloves.In this fresh, witty biography of the most famous bamboozler since Merlin, Sid Fleischman, a former professional magician, enriches his warm homage with insider information and unmaskings. Did Houdini really pick the jailhouse lock to let a fellow circus performer escape? Were his secrets really buried with him? Was he a bum magician, as some rivals claimed? How did he manage to be born in two cities, in two countries, on two continents at the same instant?Here are the stories of how a knockabout kid named Ehrich Weiss, the son of an impoverished rabbi, prestochangoed himself into the legendary Harry Houdini. Here, too, are rare photographs never before seen by the general reader!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Who is the author of 'Escape!: The Story of the Great Houdini'? A: The author of 'Escape!: The Story of the Great Houdini' is Sid Fleischman, a former professional magician.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for children and young adults, typically recommended for ages 8 to 12.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 210 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Escape!: The Story of the Great Houdini' published? A: The book was published on August 1, 2006.
- Q: What topics does the book cover about Harry Houdini? A: The book covers Harry Houdini's life as a magician, escape artist, ghost chaser, daredevil, and pioneer aviator, along with anecdotes about his remarkable feats.
- Q: Are there any photographs included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes rare photographs that have never been seen by the general reader.
- Q: Is this book a biography or a fiction story? A: This book is a biography that provides a detailed look at the life and legacy of Harry Houdini.
- Q: What makes this biography of Houdini unique? A: This biography is unique due to the insider perspective offered by the author, Sid Fleischman, who was a professional magician himself.
- Q: Can this book be used as an educational resource? A: Yes, this book can be used as an educational resource for learning about history, magic, and the life of a famous historical figure.