Houdini Himself Products

Houdini Souvenir Program With Nice Covers

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This is an original Houdini's Souvenir Program that was sold at his 3 in 1 show in his last two years of performing. What is really nice about this one is its' covers. When and if you find this program, it usually has been folded because of its size. With the black cover, these folds show up very quickly and the folds would be white. This one here is really much nicer than most I have seen. Please see images provided by clicking on the program. I'm sorry for the glare. There is some wear on the spine, but the overall condition is fine and probably better than most still in existence. The size of the program is approximately 9" X 12'. It has 16 pages and many photos inside. If you either want to upgrade your current copy or just want a nice example of the original program, here's your chance. It would make a very nice display piece using a small easel.

Two Cassettes With Dunninger + Blackstone Sr.

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:38 +0000

Two separate cassettes are offered here. One tape has two Dunninger radio shows from 1944. The one show has Richard Rodgers on it. The other tape is “Blackstone The Magic Detective” from 1943. This seems to have two episodes on one side of the tape. The other side has a Philo Vance mystery called “The Magic Murder Case”. Of definite interest to the magic historian.?

ORIGINAL HOUDINI POSTER

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This is a very nice poster for Houdini's big tour, the Three In One show. This is the show Houdini did it all. He performed magic, escapes and exposed spiritualists. Please click on the poster to see another image of the poster. The size of the poster is 4 feet high and 9 feet wide. The poster has been professionally mounted by J. Fields in NYC. The condition overall fine. If you want a centerpiece for your collection, this is it. If you truly want a complete Houdini collection, you should have at least one Houdini poster in it. Here's your chance to do so.

HOUDINI: A MAGICIAN AMONG THE SPIRITS

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TITLE: Houdini: A Magician Among The Spirits AUTHOR: Ehrich Weiss AKA Harry Houdini EDITION / YEAR: 1972 BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 294 pages with illustrations CONDITION: The book is fine - The dust jacket is typically worn. Please click on the book for more images. NOTES: This is classic Houdini. A nice edition to read while you keep your signed one on the shelf.

THE SECRETS OF HOUDINI - UK EDITION

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TITLE: The Secrets of Houdini

AUTHOR: J.C. Cannell

EDITION / YEAR: 1938

BINDING / PAGES: Soft cover - 252 pages with illustrations

CONDITION: Fine

NOTES: A classic title for your Houdini library. A nice edition published in England.

I, HOUDINI

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TITLE: I, Houdini

AUTHOR: Lynne Banks

EDITION / YEAR: 1989

BINDING / PAGES: Soft bound - 127 pages

CONDITION: Fine

NOTES: If you have-to-have everything Houdini related, here's another one for your collection.

FIFTY FAMOUS AMERICANS WITH HOUDINI

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TITLE: Fifty Famous Americans

AUTHOR: Ward Griffith

EDITION / YEAR: First Edition - 1946

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 236 pages with illustrations

CONDITION: Fine - The dust has a piece missing out of it. The spine has some kind of production defect on the spine. Please click on the book for more details.

NOTES: The book contains a four page story on our boy, Houdini. Please click on the book to see the first page. Sorry for the poor scans, it was very hard to get it just right. This book has beautiful, bright dust jacket, even with the defect on the top. The dust jacket is usually missing when you encounter this book. A nice association piece for the Houdini collector.

HOUDINI: THE MAN WHO WALKED THROUGH WALLS

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TITLE: Houdini: The Man Who Walked Through Walls

AUTHOR: William Gresham

EDITION / YEAR: First Edition - 1959

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound - 306 pages with photo illustrations

CONDITION: Very Good - The spine is sunned.

NOTES: A very good Houdini biography from this tragic figure. Please click on the book for another image. This is a must have book for all Houdini or magic history libraries.

THE LIFE AND MANY DEATHS OF HARRY HOUDINI

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TITLE: The Life and Many Deaths of Harry Houdini

AUTHOR: Ruth Brandon

EDITION / YEAR: First Edition - 1994

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 355 pages with photos

CONDITION: Very Fine

NOTES: This book has, what was then, a new angle on Houdini. It also has some nice photos of Houdini not found anywhere else.

HOUDINI TOKEN - COMPLETE SET

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Houdini Token – This is a complete set of The Franklin Mint Special Commemorative Issues of 1974 – First Edition Proofs. In the set contains the elusive Harry Houdini medal. Here are just some of the others in the set: Benjamin Franklin Robert Frost George Wallace Stonewall Jackson John Adams O.J. Simpson Marconi Herbert Hoover Winston Churchill Duke Ellington There are more medals, for a total of 36 in this set. They are housed in their own custom binder. Each medal is about the size of a silver dollar and each medal is incased in a plastic holder. All medals are in proof condition. The set is in excellent condition and looks virtually new, although now being over 36 years old. Complete as issued. Please click on the book or the title above for more images of the set. The price for the complete set is $175.00. The set weighs a ton! With the asking price on the net as high as $60.00 just for the Houdini medal, the whole set is a winner. It works out to less than $5.00 per medal, including the Houdini medal.

MAGIC: AN INTRODUCTION

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TITLE: Magic: An Introduction

AUTHOR: Betty/Douglas Kobs

EDITION / YEAR: First Edition(?) - 1976

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 47 pages

CONDITION: Very Good - Some wear and tear on dust jacket

NOTES: I think I had this kid's haircut growing up. Please click on the book for more images. Of interest to magic bibliophile.

HOWARD THURSTON UNMASKED LIMITED EDITION

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TITLE: My Magic Husband: Howard Thurston Unmasked

AUTHOR: Grace Thurston

EDITION / YEAR: Second Printing - 2006 - Limited edition of 500

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 190 pages

CONDITION: Very Fine

NOTES: If you like Howie or want to know more about the man, this books is for. It will tell you about his early career and his dark side. Of interest to magic historian or bibliophile. Please click on the book or the title above for more images.

SIGNED HARRY BLACKSTONE Jr. PROGRAM

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This is a nicely signed Harry Blackstone Jr. program from 1978. It has a big and bold inscription on the cover. It also has the ticket stub for the show stapled inside the program. Wow! Just $3.00 to see Blackstone! Please click on the program or the title above for more images of the program. The program is 6 pages and is in very nice condition. It also has a label on it that was from Chet Karkut's, old time magic collector, on the cover. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian.

MAGIC SET BOOKLET - WITTUS WITT

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This is a German booklet from 1984(?) dealing with magic sets. It was published by Wittus Witt. It is softcover with 18 pages. There are many nice photos of magic sets. Please click on the booklet or the title above for more images. This may be a catalog, as there is a slip of paper from Wittus stating that he couldn't produce his regular magic set magazine for the month of March. The slip is in English. Condition is fine. Light crease on lower cover. This would be of interst the magic set or apparatus collector.

FOUR HOUDINI POSTCARDS

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In this lot there are four Houdini postcards from an Appleton museum. I don't even know if the museum exists anymore after many of the founding members, me included, left their membership years back. Nothing like biting the hand that feeds you. Well, these postcards are still here. And I like to change that.

DEATH AND THE MAGICIAN FIRST U.K. EDITION

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TITLE: Death And The Magician

AUTHOR: Raymund Fitzsimons

EDITION / YEAR: First U.K. edition - 1980

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 194 pages with illustrations

CONDITION: Very Fine - Previous owners Dai Vernon bookplate is on the inside cover.

NOTES: This book covers death and spiritualism side often associated with Houdini. A harder to find edition in this condition. Please click on the book for a larger image of the book. Of interest to the Houdini and magic historian.

THE HOUDINI BOX

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TITLE: The Houdini Box

AUTHOR: Brian Selznick

EDITION / YEAR: 1991

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket

CONDITION: Very Fine - Please click on the book for more details.

NOTES: Of interest to Houdini collector or magic bibliophile.

SIGNED HOUDINI!!! THE CAREER OF EHRICH WEISS

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TITLE: Houdini!!! The Career of Ehrich Weiss

AUTHOR: Kenneth Silverman

EDITION / YEAR: First edition - 1996 - Signed by author

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 465 pages with photos. There even some photos from my collection in here.

CONDITION: Very Fine - Please click on the book for more detailed images.

NOTES: This is the book that all other Houdini biographies are compared to. This is the best book on Houdini that I ever read. A must for the Houdini or magic historian.

THE HOUDINI CODE MYSTERY

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TITLE: The Houdini Code Mystery

AUTHOR: William Rauscher

EDITION / YEAR: First limited edition - 2000

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 192 pages with 60 photos(one from my collection is in there).

CONDITION: Excellent

NOTES: This is #9 of the Magical Pro-Files series. Of interest to the magic or Houdini historian.

THE SECRETS OF HOUDINI

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TITLE: The Secrets Of Houdini

AUTHOR: J.C. Cannell

EDITION / YEAR: 1989

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with dust jacket - 279 pages with illustrations

CONDITION: Very Fine - Please click on the book for more images.

NOTES: A classic Houdini title that is very well produced. Of interest to magic or Houdini historian.

THE MAGIC OF ASCANIO - COMPLETE SET

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The Maestro left us the 6 of April, 1997, but his magic remains alive. The Magic of Ascanio, in four volumes. His theories, his thinking, his philosophy, and the entirety of his card magic, including his legendary routines (with over thirty previously unreleased tricks), full of the Ascanian touch, and his magic with pocket knives. This is the complete set of all four volumes. They are still in their shrink-wrap and are in like-new condition. Please click on the book to your right or the title above to see all 4 volumes. If you do close-up or card work, this set is a must have. A very nice addition to any magician's library. And a great price too.

A GIFT FROM HARRY HOUDINI FROM HIS OWN COLLECTION

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Here is an item that would be a cornerstone piece for any Houdini or magic collection. This is an original carte-de-visite photograph of Giuseppe Verdi, The Opera King. The photo is from circa 1860 and is one of the earliest, if not the earliest photo of Verdi known to exist. This same image was featured in an exhibition in 1972 by the New York Public Library. Please read the footnote below at the end of this description. Also take note of Desderi’s connection with his connection to Robert-Houdin.

Houdini, besides owning the largest magic library had also owned the second largest theater collection in private hands. This photo is most likely from Houdini’s personal collection. Houdini was very generous and one can find many accounts of his gifts to others with just a little research. The writing and signature is clear and sharp. The contrast is amazing. Please click on the photos for larger and more detailed images.

“Andre Adolphe-Eugene Disderi: French photographer (1819 – 1889): He started off as a daguerreotypist in Brest as well as a photographer in Nimes. He opened a studio in 1854 and in that year he patented the carte-de-visite photograph. This new carte format became immensely popular and rapidly became a growing industry. He became the favorite photographer of Napoleon III’s court. By 1861 Disdéri was reported to be the richest photographer in the world. In addition to his French accolades, he was appointed court photographer in England, Spain, and Russia. He opened an additional studio in London. However, by the 1860s there was a decline in the popularity in the 1860s. Disdéri left Paris and opened portrait studios in Nice in the 1880s. Despite the wealth he attained, Disdéri died in a poorhouse.”

The photographer, Disderi, had his studio above the Theatre Robert-Houdin in Paris (8, Boulevard des Italiens) from 1854 onward. In fact, Robert-Houdin’s brother-in-law and successor, Hamilton, was his landlord during this period, and several of the most famous images of Robert-Houdin were taken by Disderi.

Verdi in New York Vincent Astor Gallery June 12, 1972 through September 30, 1972

The exhibition illuminates the theatricality of the Verdi opera repertoire with major emphasis on the changing styles of set and costume designs in New York City, drawn from the archives of the Music Division, the Metropolitan Opera, and New York City Opera as well as from personal collections of performers, designers, and private collectors. The realization of opera designs is documented with production photographs as well as some of the actual costumes. Other materials range from stage props, posters, unpublished photographs, photographic slides, and sheet music to bronze sculptures. The display demonstrates the variety of New York responses and approaches to Verdi’s operas.

Image: Giuseppe Verdi photographed by Disderi. Iconography Collection, Music Division

Click on the link below to see image used by the NYPL.

http://legacy.www.nypl.org/research/lpa/mus/exhib1970.html

Condition: Very Fine

Size: Approx. 2 ½” X 4”

This would be a welcome addition not only the Houdini collector and historian, but also to the Verdi, Robert-Houdin and early photography enthusiast. This is an item that will set your collection apart from most other Houdini or magic collections.

VERY RARE SIGNED HOUDINI BOOK TO ONE OF HIS PALLBEARERS + PHOTO

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Inscribed Book To One Of Houdini’s Pallbearers, Edward Albee – Vaudeville Magnate Houdini, Harry (Ehrich Weiss 1874-1926) A Magician Among The Spirits – 1924 First edition – Frontispiece of Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle – Illustrated – Original cloth binding – Light discoloring on covers and spine. Errata and addendum page in back, which is not found in most copies. This copy is inscribed and signed by Houdini, – To My Friend – Edward F. Albee – Best wishes from the author – Houdini – April 30 / 1924. Please click on image for a larger view. A great autograph. Also included in this lot is a photo of Houdini, Albee, Will Rogers and others at the opening of the Albee Museum in Brooklyn. This a later repro photo, but I never seen it reproduced in any Houdini work. Please click on the book to view photo. Edward Albee – Early American theater magnate – He was one of Houdini’s pallbearers. His relationship to Houdini is mentioned in most Houdini biographies. One of these biographies seven states that it was Albee that discovered Houdini first and not Martin Beck. If you want a great Houdini item for you collection, this may be it. This would be a cornerstone to most advanced Houdini or magic collections. If you want a real gem for your collection, here’s your chance.

INSCRIBED HOUDINI 8X10 PHOTO

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This is an excellent, original, signed Harry Houdini photograph that has many things going for it. Here are some of its’ attributes.

1) Its format. Signed 8×10 photos of Houdini are rare. For display purposes, it doesn’t get much better than this. I’m almost positive that this is from a silver negative.

2) The autograph. It’s clear and sharp. The contrast of the ink to the background is perfect. Please take a look at the close-up.

3) The image. This is a professional pose Houdini had taken. The photographer was Butler. Houdini’s eyes are the sharpest of all the features. The rest was purposely blurred to enhance the piercing eyes. Please take a look at the tie versus the eyes for instance.

4) The subject of the inscription. Charles J. Dietsel was a magician and magic apparatus maker. One can only imagine the connection between the two.

5) The date signed. Houdini has less than 75 days to live when he signed and dated this, but here he looks-like he’s on top of his game.

The condition is overall fine. There are are some nicks around the edges. There is a closed tear on the right side, mid photo. Please see image.

If you want just one gem of an original Houdini item for display in your collection, this might be it. If you have seen other signed Houdini photos, like I have, most can’t measure up to this one being offered. Here’s your chance to add a cornerstone item to your collection.

Please click on the photo or the title above for more images.

HOUDINI TONY CURTIS RARE MOVIE PROMOTION PIECE

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Here's a very rare, original piece that you don't see everyday. It's an advertising piece for the 1953 movie "HOUDINI" with Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh. It is printed on heavy stock. To me, it looks-like a ink blotter for fountain pens. The printed side is very clear and sharp, it's just hard to scan and just looks grainy. Please click on the photo. The reverse side is blank and unused.

The condition of this great piece is very fine. It's in amazing condition as it is over 57 years old and meant to used and thrown out. The approximate size is 11" X 4". Please click on the photo or the title above for a larger image of the photo.

This piece is of interest to the Tony Curtis, Houdini and possibly ink blotter collector. If you want an item from a Hollywood Legend and a classic movie, here's your chance.

STRAIGHTJACKET PUBLICITY PHOTO OF TONY CURTIS AS HOUDINI CLASSIC IMAGE

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This is a classic image of Tony Curtis as Houdini. It is a very nice publicity photo. I THINK this photo was issued either by the studio or by the distributor to be used in print ads. You can see the three holes punched on the left edge of the border. From what I have been told, these photos were kept in a binder to be sent out when needed to advertise the movie. Please click on the photo or the title above for a larger image of the photo. Condition is very fine. The is a real photo, not a computer print. The photo looks-like it was made in the 1950’s to me. A nice addition for the Tony Curtis or Houdini collector.

TONY CURTIS AS HOUDINI CLASSIC IMAGE

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This is a classic image of Tony Curtis as Houdini. It is a key scene from the movie when he will be soon trapped under the ice of the Detroit river. I THINK this photo was issued either by the studio or by the distributor to be used in print ads. You can see the three holes punched on the left edge of the border. From what I have been told, these photos were kept in a binder to be sent out when needed to advertise the movie. Please click on the photo or the title above for a larger image of the photo. Condition is very fine. The is a real photo, not a computer print. The photo looks-like it was made in the 1950's to me. A nice addition for the Tony Curtis or Houdini collector.

ESSENTIAL ROBERT-HOUDIN STILL SEALED

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Date: 2006 First Edition

Pages: 664 Pages

Layout: Hard bound 8"X10"

Condition: Like-New

A must for the magic historian or advanced magic library.

COMPLETE SET OF IBIDEM - STILL SEALED

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:38 +0000

Complete set of Ibidem for sale. All three volumes are hardbound and still sealed. There are more than 1050 pages in the set. If you do close-up or card work, this is for you. A must for any working magic library. They weigh a ton! Please click on the set for more images

The retail price is $180.00. My price is $125.00.

POWERS & DANE ESCAPE BROCHURE - CIRCA 1910's HANDCUFFS

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:38 +0000

POWERS & DANE ESCAPE BROCHURE - Circa 1910's - Unused - shows slight wear - A bi-fold handcuff and escape brochure that sold cuffs, straight-jackets, milk cans etc. They even sold the complete Houdini act, including the milk can for $75.00! Please click on brochure for larger images. Makes you wonder how many are now "genuine" Houdini milk cans today. Of interest to the Houdini, escape artist or handcuff collector.

10 HOUDINI CARDS FOR THE HOUDINI COLLECTOR

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:38 +0000

This lot contains 10 Houdini blank greeting cards from the mid-1990's by Chuck Romano. Great image of Houdini on the front. Please click on Harry for a larger image. They also come with ten envelopes. Approximate size is 4 1/4" x 5 1/2". Condition is new. If you collect Houdini and want it all, this is for you.

HOWARD THURSTON'S CARD TRICKS MORRIS WILLEY EDITION

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This auction is for the Morris/Willey edition of Howard Thurston's Card Tricks. Please click on the book for more images. Circa 1920's(?) - Copyright states 1903 - 83 Pages With Illustrations - Condition is good. Some edge chipping and spine splitting which is normal with the use of this paper to print on. Price in ink on cover. A nice Thurston book for your collection. Now's the time to add to your Thurston and magic collections.

ORIGINAL DUNNINGER TV RELATED POSTER CIRCA 1950'S

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This is an original Dunninger poster, circa the late 1950's is my guess. It is about the size of half sheet poster. The size is approximately 22"H X 17"W. The poster is nicely laid out. Please click on the poster for a larger image. The poster was folded, as issued. The condition is excellent. I don't think it has been unfolded in 50+ years. Dunninger posters rarely surface, so here's your chance to own one. A very nice display piece for your magic collection. Of interest to the magic poster collector, early TV collector and the magic historian.

ORIGINAL DUNNINGER MIND READING POSTER CIRCA 1940'S

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This is an original Dunninger poster, circa the late 1940's is my guess. It is about the size of half sheet poster. The size is approximately 22"H X 17"W. The poster is nicely laid out. This poster is printed on both sides. Please click on the poster for more images. The poster was folded, as issued. The condition is excellent. I don't think it has been unfolded in 60+ years. Dunninger posters rarely surface, so here's your chance to own one. A very nice display piece for your magic collection. Of interest to the magic poster collector and the magic historian.

HOWARD THURSTON CARD TRICKS STEIN EDITION

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This auction is for the Stein edition of Thurston's Card Tricks. Please click on the book for more images. Circa 1950's - 83 Pages With Illustrations - Condition is fine. Some foxing on front cover. A nice Thurston book for your collection. Now's the time to add to your Thurston and magic collections.

HOWARD THURSTON 400 TRICKS YOU CAN DO

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This is a book by Howard Thurston, titled: "400 Fascinating Tricks You Can Do". Please click on the book for a larger image. 1974 Printing - Softbound - 237 Pages With Illustrations - Condition is fine. A nice Thurston book for your collection. A must for the magic bibliophile.

BLONDIN TOKEN AND BLONDINI POSTCARD

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This offering has 1 Blondin Trade Dollar and 1 Blondini(most likely a typo) postcard size card. Please click on image to see both pieces. They are both in fine condition. Of interest to the magic, circus or daredevil collector.

ORIGINAL THURSTON THROWOUT CARD

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This is an original Thurston throwout card, circa 1920's. It has a picture of Howard Thurston on one side and Jane, his daughter, on the other side of the card. Please click on Howie to see both sides of the card. Condition is fine. A nice Thurston piece for your collection. Of interest to the magic historian.

AJEEB AUTOMATON BOOK LIMITED EDITION OF 300

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:38 +0000

This is a limited edition of 300 book, titled: The Adventures Of Ajeeb, The Wonderful Chess Automaton. The original 1880's edition sold for over $1,000.00 a few years back at auction. Also included, as issued with this limited edition, are reproductions of an 1880's Ajeeb full color trade card and a 1930's Steel Pier bi-fold flier with Ajeeb. Please click on the image to see the three items you will recieve. It is a soft bound book printed in the 1990's. A nice addition for the magic book or automaton collector

ORIGINAL DUNNINGER 1920'S PITCHBOOK GREAT DIE CUT COVER

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Great, original die-cut cover with Dunninger peeking through the front cover. When you open the book, ta-da! A full-face image of Dunninger. Please click image to see what I mean. A nice piece.

DUNNINGER'S BOOK OF MAGIC TRICKS by Joseph Dunninger. Circa 1927 - Softbound book with 10 illustrated pages. This was some kind of giveaway booklet from Science and Invention magazine. Condition is overall fine. A nice addition to your magic library. Of interest to the magic historian or Dunninger collector.

ANTIQUE MAGIC STOCK CERTIFICATE

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Original Antique Magic L.T.D. unused stock certificate. Please click on stock for a larger imeage. I think this was dream of old time magic collector and all around good guy, Ray Ellenbogen. Circa 1970's - Condition is overall fine. The scan is a representative of the stock. I have a few of these and will use this one scan to display them. Of interest to the magic historian and magic ephemera collector.

1900'S PROF. HORNMANN LETTER WITH THE HARD SELL

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This is a Prof. Hornmann letter on Stage Supply Studio letterhead. Circa early 1900's - Condition is fair. Some paper loss on top corner. Please click on the letter for a larger image. The letter mentions Hornmann's course "How to Start In Show Business". Man, it's a real hard sell. Oofa! Of interest to the magic bibliophile or ephemera collector.

2 ORIGINAL 1900's HORNMANN MAGIC ITEMS

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This lot contains 2 original Hornmann's magic items from circa 1900's. One is a quad-fold catalog and the other is a stage bill. Please click on the image for a larger picture. Of interest to the magic historian or magic dealer collector.

OREO UNLOCK THE MAGIC SET

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This is a complete set of Oreo Unlock The Magic cards from Nabisco. Circa 1980's is my guess. Each card teaches a trick to perform. Please click on the cards for a larger image. The set is in like-new condition. Of interest to the magic or Nabisco collector.

CHRISTOPHER - PANORAMA OF MAGIC - 1962 - MAGIC HISTORY

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Milbourne Christopher - PANORAMA OF MAGIC - 1962 - First Edition - 216 pages with 295 illustrations - Over-sized Large Soft Bound - Fine - A must for the magic historian and your magic library. If You Don't Have It, Get It! Please click on the book for a larger image.

A. & L. SINGER DIVINE MAGIC 1995 OKITO

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A. & L. Singer - DIVINE MAGIC - 1995 - 192 pages with illustrations + photos - A Very Large Hard Cover with Dust Jacket - Condition: Fine - Supernatural / Witchcraft coffee table book - A small mention on conjuring and an image of a Okito poster. Please click on the book for a larger image.

BEATRICE HOUDINI MYSTIC CIRCLE MURDER 1939 NEW DVD

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MYSTIC CIRCLE MURDER - Beatrice Houdini - 1939 - B&W - 68 Minutes - DVD - Condition: New. Sill sealed - Please click on the DVD for more information. Nice to hear Bessie talk in this, instead of just the silent images of her. Of interest to the Houdini or magic historian.

5 HOUDINI POSTCARDS FROM CRUMMY MUSEUM

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This offering has 4 Houdini postcards and one Houdini imitator postcard. Most came from a two-bit museum. What a dump. Please click on image to see other postcards. Total of 5 postcards.

Pieces are in fine condition.

HOUDINI COVER "1976 JERSEY" DIFFERENT STAMP BONUS CARD

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This is a different Houdini cover the 2 Images of Houdini on a 1976 cover with First Day Of Issue "Jersey" stamp. Please click on Houdini for a larger image.

As a bonus, I am including an over-sized Houdini postcard with a great image of Houdini. Please click on Houdini to see bonus postcard.

Both pieces are in excellent condition.

LIMITED EDITION OF 20 HOUDINI COVER "SPIRITS" W/ BONUS CARD

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This is a limited edition of just 20 Houdini covers, this being number 20, of the "Do Spirits Return?" cover with First Day Of Issue Houdini stamp. Cancelled in Houdini's adult hometown. Please click on Houdini for a larger image.

As a bonus, I am including an over-sized Houdini postcard with a great image of Houdini. Please click on Houdini to see bonus card.

Both pieces are in excellent condition.

LIMITED EDITION OF 20 HOUDINI COVER ECLIPSING W/ BONUS CARD

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This is a limited edition Houdini cover of 20, this being number 19, of the "Eclipsing Sensation" cover with First Day Of Issue Houdini stamp. Cancelled in Houdini's adult hometown. Please click on Houdini for a larger picture and a picture of the bonus card.

As a bonus, I am including an over-sized Houdini postcard with a great image of Houdini. See Above.

Both pieces are in excellent condition.

HOUDINI COVER FROM APPLETON WITH BONUS CARD

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This is a Houdini cover cancelled in Houdini's childhood hometown of Appleton with First Day Of Issue Houdini stamp. Please click on image.

As a bonus, I am including an over-sized Houdini postcard with a great image of Houdini. Please click on image to see the postcard.

Both pieces are in excellent condition.

LIMITED EDITION OF 20 HOUDINI COVER "LOCK"+ BONUS CARD

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This is a limited edition Houdini cover of 20, this being number 20, of the "Houdini Lock" cover with First Day Of Issue Houdini stamp. Cancelled in Houdini's adult hometown. Please see image.

As a bonus, I am including an over-sized Houdini postcard with a great image of Houdini. Please click on image to see bonus card.

Both pieces are in excellent condition.

JEAN HUGARD MORE CARD MANIPULATIONS SET 4 BOOKS

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This lot contains a set of four soft bound magic books by Jean Hugard. The title is More Card Manipulations 1, 2 3 and 4. Circa 1940's. Condition: Overall Fine - Please click on the book for another image. A nice addition to your magic library

SHARI LEWIS MAGIC BOOK OUT OF PRINT

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TITLE: Magic For Non-Magicians

AUTHOR: Shari Lewis & A. Hurwitz(Her Dad)

EDITION / YEAR: 1975 - First Edition

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with Dust Jacket - 153 pages with many illustrations

CONDITION: Very Good - Dust jacket a little worn

NOTES: Of interest to the budding magician or magic bibliophile. The book is now out of print. A nice addition to your magic library.

BAR BETS, TRICKS AND JOKES GET FREE DRINKS BE A LUSH

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TITLE: Bar Bets, Bar Jokes, Bar Tricks

AUTHOR: Henny Youngman

EDITION / YEAR: 1974 - First Edition

BINDING / PAGES: Hard bound with Dust Jacket - 130 pages with many illustrations

CONDITION: Very Good

NOTES: If you want have some fun at the bar, win some drinks etc., this may be of interest to you. Of interest to the future alcoholic or magic bibliophile. A nice addition to your magic library.

1900's - 1910'S LITHGOW THE MAGICIAN 3 PIECE LOT

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This is an original lot of three pieces for Lithgow's Vaudeville Concert Company. Circa 1900's -1910's. Quaint images of a magician and not PC correct minstrels. Please click on image to see more pictures. It also mentions Madam Jewel, Crystal Gazer. The large broadside is printed on both sides. There is also a smaller handbill and over-sized 10 cent ticket that is printed on both sides. Please see images. The approximate size is 12" X 4 1/2". Condition is fine. Of interest to the magic historian, female magicians and minstrel collectors.

1934 TRICKS AND MAGIC WITH GREAT DUST JACKET

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Tricks and Magic by Will Lindhorst - 1934 First Edition - 114 pages with great classic illustrations - Please click on the book for more images. Hardcover with very colorful dust jacket - Condition: Fine - It is a very nice addition for the magic bibliophile

2 MARSHALL BRODIEN BOOKLETS FROM THE 1970'S

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Here are 2 20+ page booklets for Marshall Brodien's TV Magic days in the 1970's. One for the magic set, the other for general magic tricks. Please click on image to make it larger. Condition is very good. A small stain on back of one and some check marks inside. Of interest to magic historian or magic set collector.

2 MAGICIAN ADVERTISING BROCHURES FROM THE 1960'S-1970'S

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2 oblong brochures for Brando The Magician and Mr. Meriweather from the 1960's or 1970's. The Brando is a bi-fold brochure. The Meriweather is a magic book give-a-way from Ohio Bell. Please click on the image for a larger view. Condition is fine. Of interest to the magic historian.

2 TONY SPINA + ACE GORHAM ADVERTISING BROCHURES

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2 oversized bi-fold advertising brochures for Tony Spina and Ace Gorham from the 1970's. Please click on the image to see more. Condition is fine. Of interest to magic historian

3 1860'S-1870'S PHOTOS OF TOM THUMB, WIFE + OTHER MIDGETS

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This lot has three photos from the 1860's-1870's is my guess. The photos depict Tom Thumb, his wife, Minnie Warren and Nutt. One is produced from a Matthew Brady negative. Condition is overall fine. Please clcik on image for another view. A nice addition to your magic collection or interest to the circus historian.

LIMITED EDITION KING OF THE CONJURERS

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This is a limited edition of King Of The Conjurers by Olive Logan. 1985. This edition is of 125, this one being #77. Soft bound book with 15 illustrated pages. This is a reprint of the 1877 article by Logan. Condition is overall fine. Please click on the image for another picture. A nice addition to your magic library. Of interest to the magic historian or bibliophile

1944 HOOD'S DAIRY MAGIC GIVE-AWAY BOOK

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This is a very old Hood's Dairy magic giveaway booklet with a nice cover. It is a soft bound book with about 20 illustrated pages. Condition is overall fine. Please click on the booklet for another image. A nice addition to your magic library or dairy collection.

1934 OAKITE MAGIC GIVE-AWAY BOOK

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This is a Oakite Cleanser magic giveaway booklet with a nice cover. It is from 1934 and is a soft bound book with about 12 illustrated pages. Condition is overall fine. Please click on image for more pictures. A nice addition to your magic library or giveaway collection.

VERY EARLY AL FLOSSO ADVERTISING PIECE KING OF KOINS

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This is very early Al Flosso advertising card. He advertises himself as the King Of Koins. I guess Tommy Downs was out of town when he printed these. It's about the size of a postcard. Condition is overall fine. Please click on Al for a larger image. A nice addition to your magic collection or interest to the magic historian.

1991 HOUDINI SET BY DAVID DEVAL STILL SEALED

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This lot contains one complete set of Houdini postcards produced by the late David De Val in 1991. I think there are 5 postcards in the package. They are still sealed from 1991, so it's hard to tell. Condition is very fine. The postcard is clear and sharp, just a poor quality scan. Of interest to the Houdini or magic ephemera collector.

GREAT SIGNED HOUDINI 8X10 PHOTO

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Please click on the Rare Houdini Items tab above for more information about this piece.

1893 HUGE BOOK WITH GREAT MAGIC SECTIONS

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A very large book that seems to have chapters on everthing, even magic. Some chapters related to magic are Physic Without Appliances, Arithmetical Amusements, Lightning Calculator and more. Also great illustrations from another time. Condition is fine. Tissue guard still intact. A very well made book. Please click on the book for more images. Of interest to the magic historian or magic bibliophile. The book is very,very heavy, so it will be sent by Priority Mail with Tracking.

11 SOFT BOUND HOUDINI BOOKS

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This lot contains 11 soft bound books on/by/with Harry Houdini. Buy it and you'll have an instant Houdini collection. That's a good thing. ;) Please click on the books to see another image. At less than $3.00 per book, it's a good deal.

9 HARD BOUND HOUDINI BOOKS + 1 AUDIO BOOK

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This lot contains 9 hard bound and one audio book on/by/with Harry Houdini. Just the retail for three of these items is more than the price for the whole lot. And those three are new(5 CD audio book is still sealed)! Please click on books for another image of this lot. Buy it and you'll have an instant Houdini collection. That's a good thing. ;)

3 MAGIC PHOTOS FROM THE 1930'S ALL 8X10 ORIGINALS

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3 MAGIC PHOTOS FROM THE 1930'S ALL 8X10 ORIGINALS - I think these were used announcing Magic Week in the early 1930's. It depicts a West Union delivery boy delivering a rabbit in the hat to what looks to be an editor of a newspaper. One photo shows him walking through traffic with the rabbit. Please click on the photo for more images. The 3 photos are in fine condition. Of interest to the magic historian.

1ST EDITION MAGIC FOR THE MILLIONS W/ DUST JACKET

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TITLE: Magic For the Millions

AUTHOR: Greer Marechal, Jr.

EDITION: 1957 First Edition - 396 pages with illustrations

BINDING: Hard bound with dust jacket

CONDITION: The book is in very good condition. Some small discolorization on cover. The dust jacket is worn and sunned.

NOTES: Of definite interest to the performer or magic bibliophile.

1951 REAL BOOK BOOK ABOUT MAGIC 1ST ED. PROF. PARADISE

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TITLE: The Real Book About Magic

AUTHOR: Joseph Leeming

EDITION: 1951 First Edition

BINDING: Hard Bound - 190 Pages With Illustrations

CONDITION: Fine

NOTES: A quaint book from another era. Pleas click on image for another picture of the book. Of interest to the magic bibliophile or performing magician.

2 BOOKS ON PUZZLES OF ALL KINDS

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This lot conatins two books on puzzles. There is a relation between puzzles and magic. They cover every aspect of puzzles. You name it, it's in here. Please click on image for more pictures. Both books are in fine condition. If you like puzzles of any kind, these are for you.

CRISWELL PREDICTS TILL 2000! 1968 FIRST EDITION

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TITLE: Criswell Predicts From Now To The Year 2000! AUTHOR: Criswell EDITION: 1968 First Edition BINDING: Hard Bound With Dust Jacket - 141 Pages CONDITION: Fine NOTES: If you like flakey people or flakey subjects, this book was meant for you. The image on the dust jacket is just the beginning of what is even more weird inside the book. Please click on image. Of interest to the celebrity wannabe collector or the Ed Wood collector.

TABLE TRICKS 1975 1ST US EDITION

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TITLE: Table Tricks

AUTHOR: Geoffrey Lamb

EDITION: 1975 US First Edition - 86 pages with illustrations

BINDING: Hard bound with dust jacket

CONDITION: The book is in fine condition. The dust jacket is very worn and torn.

NOTES: Of definite interest to the performer or magic bibliophile

2 VERY LARGE BOOKS ON CARDS

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This lot has two very large books on card games . They cover every aspect of gambling. You name it, it's in here. Both books are in fine condition. Their is some wear on the dust jackets. If you like card games, these are for you.

1939 1ST MODERN MAGIC MANUAL A MAGIC CLASSIC MUST HAVE

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TITLE: Modern Magic Manual

AUTHOR: Jean Hugard

EDITION: 1937 First Edition - 345 pages with illustrations CONDITION: The book is in fine condition. The dust jacket is very worn. Please see scan. It's lucky to even to have survived for 70 years.

NOTES: A classic title in world of magic. Please click on the book for more images. Of definite interest to the card or close-up worker.

1937 ENCYCLOPEDIA CARD TRICKS A MAGIC CLASSIC MUST HAVE

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TITLE: Encyclopedia Of Card Tricks

AUTHOR: Jean Hugard

EDITION: 1937 Second Printing - 403 pages with illustrations

BINDING: Hard bound

CONDITION: The book is in fine condition. Small crack on inner hinge

NOTES: A classic title in world of magic. Please click on the book for more images. Of definite interest to the card or close-up worker. A must for any magic library.

2 JOHN SCARNE BOOKS ON CHEATING AT CARDS, GAMBLING MORE

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This lot two John Scarne books on cards. They cover cheating, odds and much more. Please click on book for more images. The Modern Poker title is in fine condition. The Scarne On Cards title the book's covers are discolored. Hard to tell with the dust jacket. If you like to play cards, gamble or know about cheating at cards, these are for you.

2 BOOKS ON GAMBLING BY SCARNE AND WYKES

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This lot two very large books on gambling. They cover every aspect of gambling. You name it, it's in here. Please click on the book for more images. Both books are in fine condition. Their is some wear on the dust jackets. If you like gambling of any kind, these are for you. I know it's not much of description, but at these prices, hey!

1922 IMPROMPTU MAGIC WITH PATTER FIRST EDITION

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TITLE: Impromptu Magic With Patter

AUTHOR: George DeLawrence

EDITION: 1922 First Edition

BINDING: Hard Bound - 80 Pages With Illustrations

CONDITION: Fine

NOTES: A quaint book from another time. Please click on image of the book. Of interest to the magic historian, magic bibliophile or performing magician.

1949 MAGIC EXPLAINED FIRST EDITION WALTER GIBSON

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TITLE: Magic Explained

AUTHOR: Walter Gibson

EDITION: 1949 First Edition

BINDING: Hard Bound - 188 Pages With Illustrations

CONDITION: Fine - Small hole on spine - See image

NOTES: A quaint book from another time. Please click on the title above or the book. Of interest to the magic historian, magic bibliophile or performing magician.

INSIDE MAGIC BY BOSTON + PARRISH

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TITLE: Inside Magic

AUTHOR: George Boston + Robert Parrish

EDITION: 1947 First Edition - 224 pages with illustrations

BINDING: Hard bound

CONDITION: The book is in fine condition. Small bump on corner

NOTES: One of magic collecting's little secrets. Most everyone overlooks or misses this one. If you like magic history, this is for you. Please click on the smiling Houdini for another image.

1954 FIRST BOOK OF MAGIC W/ DUST JACKET

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TITLE: The First Book Of Magic

AUTHOR: Edward Stoddard

EDITION: 1954 Second printing

BINDING: Hard cover with hard to find dust jacket - 68 Pages With Illustrations

CONDITION: Fine - The book is just too large to scan

NOTES: A quaint book from another time with the hard to find DJ. Please click on the book for a larger image. Of interest to the magic bibliophile.

1927 NEW BOOK OF MAGIC FIRST EDITION PROF. PARADISE

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TITLE: The New Book Of Magic AUTHOR: Professor Paradise AKA Joseph Leeming EDITION: 1927 First Edition BINDING: Hard Bound - 187 Pages With Illustrations CONDITION: Fine NOTES: A quaint book from the year after Houdini died. Please click on the book for larger image. Of interest to the magic historian, magic bibliophile or performing magician.

JOHN MULHOLLAND MAGIC OF THE WORLD 1ST EDITION

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TITLE: Magic Of The World AUTHOR: John Mulholland EDITION: 1965 - First Edition BINDING: Hard bound with dust jacket - 190 pages with illustrations - Please click on book for more images. CONDITION: The book is in fine condition. The dust jacket is worn. NOTES: This book teaches magic and the history of the trick. Hey! What a concept! Of interest to the magic peformer and historian.

1981 MAGIC FOR EVERY OCCASION FIRST EDITION

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TITLE: Magic For Every Occasion

AUTHOR: Graham Reed

EDITION: 1981 First Edition

BINDING: Hard Bound With Dust Jacket - 112 Pages with illustrations

CONDITION: Fine

NOTES: A nice addition to your magic library. Please click on image for a bette view. Of interest to the magic bibliophile and magic performer.

1950'S KALANAG SIM SALA BIM PROGRAM

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This is a Kalanag program for his full evening show, Sim Sala Bim, from the late 1950's. This was for his ill fated American tour. It has 16 unnumbered pages. It has many photos of Kalanag in action and on tour. It has a weird image of Kalanag on the cover. Please click on image for more images. Condition is very good. Creases on cover and general wear. Of interest to the Kalanag collector or magic historian. A nice addition to your growing magic collection.

1918 HOUDINI MASTER MYSTERY HANDBILL SEEN IN RANDI BOOK

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This is an ORIGINAL 1918 Master Mystery handbill starring Houdini. I'm pretty sure this was isued for New York premier of the Master Mystery. You can see am image of it in the Randi & Sugar book "Houdini: His Life And Art" on page 112. This is NOT the one used in the book, but it is the same original Houdini handbill from 1918 as seen in the book. As I said, I'm pretty sure this was handed out prior to the movie's premier in NYC. Condition is fine. The approximate size is 6" X 8". It is about the size of a challenge. The handbill was folded a long time ago. It also has some edge chipping at the bottom, which can be matted out. It would make a nice display piece. I know, because I have one framed here. Please click on image for a larger view of the item. This an excellent association piece that you can have in your hands and then show it your fellow collectors in the Randi Houdini book. A very nice addition for your Houdini or magic collection.

LAFAYETTE LIMITED EDITION OF 500 SIGNED

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This is a beautiful set called "Lafayette - The Final Act" by Brian Lead. It is one of the limited edition of 500 copies is signed and numbered. It was published in 1991 and now is long out of print. It states that this will never be republished. Condition is like-new. Please click on image for more pictures. The set consists of the signed page and reason for the set, a large quad-fold which details, sometimes hour-by-hour, from May 9Th to the 14Th. A reproduction of the May, 11Th Scotsman article and the pictorial holder for the set. Please see images for a better idea. There are great photos and information for any rabid magic collector. This is of definite interest to the magic historian, magic bibliophile and Lafayette collector.

AMAZING MR. ROOKLYN EPHEMERA LOT

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This is a nice four piece lot of original items for The Amazing Mr. Rooklyn. The first piece is a bi-fold program for The Amazing Mr. Rooklyn from 1949, from Australia. It has some nice photos inside. The next piece is a printed photo of Rooklyn. The third piece is a handout for him. The fourth piece is a souvenir program with 36 pages of photos and stories of Rooklyn. It also has magic tricks inside too. Please click on image for more images. Condition is overall fine. Of interest to the magic historian or the person who just needs more magic ephemera around the house.

JOHN MARTIN LIMITED EDITION OF 250 A APPARATUS MUST HAVE

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TITLE: JOHN MARTIN: The Master Magical Mechanic - A Genius at Work

AUTHOR: Granville Taylor

EDITION: 2004 Signed Limited Edition of 250 - 105 pages with many color photographs

BINDING: Hard Boards

CONDITION: Like-New

NOTES: Of definite interest to the magic apparatus collector and magic historian. A must have for any advanced magic library.

1907 HOUDINI BULLETIN FROM HIS COLLECTION

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Here's a nice piece for the Harry Houdini collector. It is a reproduction of a 1907 bi-fold (4 pages) program. It has a great image of Houdini and story on the front. Please click on image for a better view. I think this piece was produced by a museum possibly in the 1980's. It also has 9 challenges Houdini would do that week at the theater. There are also a couple of Houdini poems inside. Stamped on the back "Harry Houdini Collection".

The condition of this piece is like-new. The approximate size is 8"W X 11"L.

This piece is of interest to the Harry Houdini collector or magic historian.

FIRST EDITION INSCRIBED MAGIC BY GOSH W/ SLIP CASE

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TITLE: Magic By Gosh: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF ALBERT GOSHMAN

AUTHOR: Patrick Page and Albert Goshman

EDITION: 1985 First Edition - 149 Pages With Many Photos And Illustrations

BINDING: Hardbound - With Dust Jacket and Slip Case

CONDITION: Very Fine - Very light indentation transfer on DJ from someone(Goshman?)writing/inscribing another item on top of the book. The slip case has a small indent and a couple marks on it. Please click on image.

NOTES: The book is boldly inscribed with almost a full page inscription by Goshman. Please click on image to view. This book is of interest to the magic historian, bibliophile and close-up worker. A nice addition to any magic library.

LIFE AMONG THE SECRETS WITH RARE BONUS BOOK

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This is a hard to find title with an even harder to find bonus book that is usually lacking when you finally find the book. The title of the book is A Life Among The Secrets by Stephen Minch. 1992 First Edition - Long Out Of Print - Hard Bound With Dust Jacket. The second book is Eddie Field's Secret Diary. This is a smaller wee book. Both are very fine condition. Please click on image to see both items. A very nice addition to any magic library.

HARRY BLACKSTONE SR. 1946 PROGRAM GREAT COVER

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Harry Blackstone, Sr. program for his full evening show in 1946. The show was in Detroit. It has 15 pages. It has a classic image of of Blackstone on the cover. There is also a full page story on Blackstone inside. On another page, Blackstone takes a cheap shot at Houdini and Lafayette. Time to move on Harry B. Please click on image for more pictures. Condition is very fine. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian

HARRY BLACKSTONE SR. 1952 PROGRAM

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Harry Blackstone, Sr. program for his full evening show in 1952. The show was in Cleveland Ohio. It has about 30 un-numbered pages. It has page after page of the complete rundown of the show. It even has a couple of ads for the local magic shops of the time. There is also a great image of Lucy and Desi smoking in a cigarette ad. Please click on image for more pictures. Condition is very fine. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian.

HARRY BLACKSTONE SR. 1955 PROGRAM W/DEVIL

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Harry Blackstone, Sr. program for his full evening show in 1955. The show was in Boston. It has about 10 un-numbered pages. It has a nice newspaper ad for the show tipped in. It also has a devilish image of of Blackstone on the cover. Please click on image for more pictures. Condition is fine. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian.

HARRY BLACKSTONE SR. 1947 PROGRAM

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Harry Blackstone, Sr. program for his full evening show in 1947. The show was in St. Louis(?). It has about 18 un-numbered pages. It has a classic image of of Blackstone on the cover. There is also a full page ad for the Lindhorst's Magic Den. Please click on image for more views of the program. Condition is very fine. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian.

HARRY BLACKSTONE SR. 1955 PROGRAM

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This is a Harry Blackstone, Sr. program for his full evening show in 1955. The show was in Detroit(?). It has 8 pages. It has been embossed by old time magic collector and MUM colimnist, John Henry Grossman. It has a classic image of of Blackstone on the cover. Please click on image for more views of the program. Condition is fine with old crease from years ago. Of interest to the Blackstone collector or magic historian.

TERROR ISLAND + HOUDINI EXPOSED SET

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This is two VHS set of Terror Island and Houdini Exposed. The running time for the set is 2 hours. The set is from 1998 and is new and still sealed. Please click on the image for more details. Of definite interest to the Houdini collector or magic historian.

THE SECRET LIFE OF HOUDINI CD SET

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The Secret Life Of Houdini - 2006 - This is the 5 CD audio version of the book and is still sealed. Please see image. The set is about 6 hours long in duration. The list price is $29.95. The HoudiniHimself.Com price is $12.95. Please click on the image. Of interest to the Houdini collector and the magic historian. A nice addition to your magic collection.

THE SECRET LIFE OF HOUDINI

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The Secret Life Of Houdini - 2006 - The book is hard bound with dust jacket. Please click on the image. It has 592 pages with many photo illustrations. Condition: New - Original price was $29.95. The HoudiniHimself.Com price is just $12.95. Of definite interest to the Houdini collector and a must have for the magic bibliophile. A nice addition to your magic library.

THE AMAZING HARRY HOUDINI

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The Amazing Harry Houdini by Tanya Savory - 2009 - The book is soft bound with 148 pages. Condition: New - The list price is $4.95. The HoudiniHimself.Com price is just $2.95. Please click on the image for better view of the book. This is one of the latest Houdini book out there. This one is geared towards middle school children. Of definite interest to the Houdini collector and a must have for the magic bibliophile.

SIGNED HOUDINI BOOK + CD SET

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HOUDINI'S STRANGE TALES by Patrick Culliton - Great author, Great guy. This is an out of print, over-sized soft bound book. It has 96 pages with photos. Signed by the author. Condition is like-new. A must for your Houdini collection. Also included is the CD for this set. Cd is still sealed. The CD contains four stories by Houdini. The stories are performed like they would have been on the radio. A nice set for the Houdini collector or magic historian. Please click on the image to see both items. The book has a nice cover, but it scans poorly.

PAPER MAGIC WITH DUST JACKET

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Harry Houdini – HOUDINI’S PAPER MAGIC – 2007 – Out of print - Hard bound with dust jacket – 206 pages with illustrations – Condition: new - Please click on the image for a better view of the book. This is a very well produced reprint of the classic 1922 edition - A nice addition to your Houdini and/or Magic library.

PSYCHIC BOOK WITH HOUDINI, HOUDIN AND MANY MORE

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Anonymous – PSYCHIC POWERS – 1987 (?) – 160 oversized pages with many illustrations – Pictorial hard cover – Condition: Fine -– With a section with photos or mentions of Houdini, Houdin, Dunninger, Kuda Bux and many more. This would be of real interest to the Houdini, magic historian or magic bibliophile. Please click on the image for a better view of one pages in the magic related section of the book.

TAMPA: ENGLAND’S COURT MAGICIAN

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TAMPA: ENGLAND’S COURT MAGICIAN – Gary Frank - 2002 – First Edition – 145 pages – out of print – hard bound with dust jacket – Condition: Like-New – Please click on the image for a better view of the item. - Many color and B&W illustrations - Of interest to the magic historian or magic bibliophile.

THE SECRETS OF STAGE CONJURING

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THE SECRETS OF STAGE CONJURING – Robert Houdin - Circa 1980’S – Limited edition of just 400. - 252+ pages – out of print – hardbound with dust jacket – Condition: Like-New – Please click on the image for a better view of the item. - A nice reprint of a magic classic. Even Houdini read this. ;) A must have for all magic libraries.

HOUDINI: HIS LIFE AND ART

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HOUDINI: HIS LIFE AND ART – Amazing Randi + Bert Sugar – 1978 Printing – 191 pages with many photos - Hardbound with dust jacket – Condition: The book Is fine, the dust jacket is worn – There are many photos within the book that are not found anywhere else. A must for the magic historian and Houdini collector. Please click on the image for a better view of the item.

HOUDINI: THE HANDCUFF KING

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HOUDINI: THE HANDCUFF KING – J. Lutes & N. Bertozzi - 2007 – First Edition – Hardbound with dust jacket – 85 pages - Condition: New – One of the latest Houdini titles out - Originally sold at $17.00, Now $11.95 for Houdini Himself customers. Please click on the image for a better view of the item.

MYSTERIOUS MR. YU OR HALDANE OF THE SECRET SERVICE

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MYSTERIOUS MR. YU OR HALDANE OF THE SECRET SERVICE – Harry Houdini - 2007 reprint of the 1921 edition – Soft bound – 6 Pages – Condition: Very Fine – If you collect Houdini, this should be in your library. Please click on the book for a better view of the item.

THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF HOUDINI

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THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF HOUDINI – THE JUSTLY CELEBRATED ELUSIVE AMERICAN – Harry Houdini - 2007 reprint of the 1917 edition that is almost impossible to find – Soft bound – 19 pages – Condition: Very Fine – If you collect Houdini, this should be in your library. Please click on the image for a better view of the item.

HOUDINI’S VANISHING ELEPHANT ILLUSION BOOK

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NOTES ON HOUDINI’S VANISHING ELEPHANT ILLUSION - Patrick Culliton - Signed on the cover by the author. Condition is very fine. Spiral bound with 30 pages with many photos. If you want the inside dope on this Houdini Illusion, this is it. A must for the Houdini collector, as any Culliton book is. Please click on image for a better view of the item.

HOUDINI COLOR CHANGING CANDY

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HOUDINI COLOR CHANGING CANDY – 1998 - This no longer made. Here's what happens. When you spin the dial the red candy changes to blue than back to red. It's really a neat item. A nice Houdini or magic addition to your collection. I would advise not eating the candy. Please click the image for a better view of the item.

LAURANT: THE MAN OF MANY MYSTERIES

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:39 +0000

LAURANT: THE MAN OF MANY MYSTERIES - Gabe Fajuri – 2005 – Limited First Edition – 136 pages with illustrations – Hardbound with dust jacket – Condition: New in shrink-wrap - Of interest to the magic historian or magic bibliophile. A nice addition to your magic library. Please click on the book for a better view of the book.

HOUDINI BOOK LIMITED EDITION OF 80

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:39 +0000

THE GREAT HOUDINI – Williams & Epstein – Early 1980’s – Limited Edition Of Only 80 Books – 275 Pages – Hard Bound – Condition: Like-New - This has to be the rarest hard bound Houdini book ever printed for the general public. I might be wrong, but I don't think so. With only 80 copies ever printed, it is definetly rare. Most advanced Houdini collectors and magic bibliophiles have never even seen this book before, let alone own it. If you collect Houdini or have an advanced magic library, this very elusive title is a must for your collection. Please click on the image for a better image of the book.

LIMITED EDITION CHRISTOPHER HOUDINI BOOK

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:33:39 +0000

HOUDINI: THE UNTOLD STORY – Milbourne Christopher - Circa 1980’s – Limited Edition Of 300 – Hard Bound – 334 Pages – Condition: Like-New – This scarce edition rarely comes up for sale, if ever. Some of the most advanced Houdini collectors do not know that this edition even exists. If you collect Houdini or have an advanced magic library, this elusive title is a must. Please click on the book for a better image of the book.