Harry Houdini ... the World's Most Famous Magician
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Houdini: The Life and Times of America's Greatest Magician "... Research, read and learn about the most famous magician in history. Find out about Houdini's life, discover what is fact and what is (surprisingly) fiction, brush up on Houdini trivia. View rare photos of this master magician, hear Houdini's voice, even watch him perform! See Houdini's most famous posters or turn yourself into a magician!..."
Library of Congress on Houdini "... The Houdini component of the American Variety Stage Collection comprises 143 photographs and 29 related items of personal memorabilia that document the career of Harry Houdini, the legendary magician and "Genius of Escape Who Will Startle and Amaze." Collection materials have been drawn from the Rare Book and Special Collections Division, and the Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress, and date from 1886 to the years following Houdini's death in 1926...." Includes Houdini: a Biographical Chronology with links to dozens of historic photos of Houdini.
Harry Houdini "... The world's most famous magician, Harry Houdini was born as Ehrich Weisz in Budapest, Hungary on March 24, 1874. His father, Mayer Samuel Weisz, was a religious scholar and teacher, who moved his family to Appleton, Wisconsin when Houdini was two years old. Times were difficult for the Weisz family, and they were required to move many times to avoid the bill collectors. Because of the family's financial situation, all of the children began to work at an early age. When Houdini was eight years old, he sold newspapers and worked as a bootblack. However after his father took him to see Dr. Lynn, a traveling magician, Houdini's interest in performing soon consumed him. At the age of 12, Houdini ran away from home and ended up in Kansas City. He was gone for approximately one year, but then rejoined his family in their new home in New York City. CLICK HERE for the rest of the story.
PBS's film "The American Experience" on Houdini "... In 1912 Harry Houdini was lowered into New York's East River in a crate wrapped in chains. The crowd of spectators gasped; reporters pulled out their stop watches. Houdini was out in less than a minute. The resulting media blitz established him forever as the world's greatest escape artist. On stage, Houdini subjected himself to the Water Torture Cell, being buried alive, and other perils of his own design...." Includes gallery of Houdini posters, a timeline, and more.
Harry Houdini is one of the most fascinating individuals who has ever lived... and dozens of books have been written about him. Here are some of the best. Click on each cover image for more info.
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FizBin Drop Revealed "... Fizbin Drop is a secret magician's move hard enough that experienced grown men have broken their wrists trying to do it. The secret of the move has been hidden from the rest of the world by being contained in a secured envelope for almost a century. On this page I will try to explain what I know of the move, what the move is and what all the fuss is about. Also, I will attempt to do this move. Please be advised that this is a very dangerous and complicated sleight. I will not be responsible for any injuries or fatalities. Many famous and experienced magicians had hurt themselves in the pursuit of mastering this very sleight. DO NOT attempt this complicated sleight on your own. In fact, do not attempt it at all...."
Master Mentalism: How To Do Magic Like Criss Angel, David Blaine and David CopperfieldNew online manual exposes the secrets of mentalists like Criss Angel and David Blaine! Learn proven magic tricks and mentalism techniques that will leave your friends and family scratching their heads and wondering how you did it! The methods revealed to you through this online manual are closely guarded secrets of magic insiders. Get ready to see the looks on your friend's faces when you're doing the same tricks as Criss Angel, David Blaine and David Copperfield! You'll learn everything you need to know about: * Mentalism * Street Magic * Hypnotism * Levitation* Card Tricks * and more.
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Deaths associated with the Bullet Catch "... The effect known as the Bullet Catch has claimed the lives of at least 15 magicians who were killed in connection with this potentially lethal trick. In the effect, a bullet is fired directly at the performer, and he (or she) catches the bullet in the teeth, hopefully without any ill effects. There are a number of ways to perform this trick, and those that perform it as a stunt invite disaster. Sometimes things go wrong- equipment fails or worse. The most famous bullet-catching death was that of Chung Ling Soo (William Robinson), shot on stage in 1918. Rumors persisted that his death was not an accident caused by equipment malfunction, but was a murder motivated by jealousy...." CLICK HERE for the REST of the story... including a list of the 15 magicians who have died performing this effect.
Money Maker Machine Manual This book will explores the rich history of the money maker prop (it is AT LEAST 100 years old!), offers exciting graphics of product ads, catalog illustrations, photograph of the many variations and models, original instructions and routines. There are even 4 complete historic US patents for machines. Click Here.
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Magic Clubs, Brotherhoods and Societies International Brotherhood of Magicians "When you join the International Brotherhood of Magicians... you'll walk into a world of entertainment, fellowship and fun. You'll be part of a network of over 15,000 magicians who meet at local meetings, international conventions and communicate through the prestigious "Linking Ring" magazine."
International Magicians Society "... The World's Largest Magic Society as recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records with over 37,000 members worldwide!..."
The Society of American Magicians "is the oldest magical society in the world having been founded on May 10, 1902 in Martinka's famous magic shop in New York City, New York. For nearly a century the SAM has promoted the ideals shared by Kellar, Houdini, Thurston and over 30,000 other magicians world-wide who have held membership in the Society. These ideals include the elevation of the Art of Magic, the promotion of harmony among magicians and the opposition to the unnecessary public exposure of magical effects."
The Magic Circle"On the 1st July 1905 at Pinoli's famous restaurant in London, some twenty-three amateur and professional magicians assembled with the intention of forming a club. Thus The Magic Circle was born.,,, the most prestigious society in the fascinating world of magic and illusion. We have an international membership of around 1500, all dedicated to promoting and advancing the art of magic, an entertainment as popular today as when our famous club was formed...."
Academy of Magical Arts Headquartered at The Magic Castle "... the private clubhouse for the Academy of Magical Arts, Inc, a very special organization devoted to the advancement of the ancient art of magic. The purpose of The Academy is to encourage and promote public interest in the art of magic with particular emphasis on preserving its history as an art form, entertainment medium, and hobby. Beginning with a charter membership of 150, the Academy has grown into a world-renowned fraternal organization with a membership of nearly 5,000...."
Magical Past-Times The online journal of magical history. Archives of "Magic Cauldron". Numerous articles with drawings and photos.
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Academy of Magical Arts offers a basic magic class for adult beginners. This class can provide you with the skills you need to develop your own magical routines and prepare for a successful AMA Magician membership audition.
The College of Magic "... is the only specialist training organisation for young and old alike which offers a diploma program in the magical arts - either in person at our Magical Arts Centre or to our hundreds of members across the world via our Distance Learning Unit...."
Magic Clubs, Brotherhoods and Societies International Brotherhood of Magicians "When you join the International Brotherhood of Magicians... you'll walk into a world of entertainment, fellowship and fun. You'll be part of a network of over 15,000 magicians who meet at local meetings, international conventions and communicate through the prestigious "Linking Ring" magazine."
International Magicians Society "... The World's Largest Magic Society as recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records with over 37,000 members worldwide!..."
The Society of American Magicians "is the oldest magical society in the world having been founded on May 10, 1902 in Martinka's famous magic shop in New York City, New York. For nearly a century the SAM has promoted the ideals shared by Kellar, Houdini, Thurston and over 30,000 other magicians world-wide who have held membership in the Society. These ideals include the elevation of the Art of Magic, the promotion of harmony among magicians and the opposition to the unnecessary public exposure of magical effects."
The Magic Circle"On the 1st July 1905 at Pinoli's famous restaurant in London, some twenty-three amateur and professional magicians assembled with the intention of forming a club. Thus The Magic Circle was born.,,, the most prestigious society in the fascinating world of magic and illusion. We have an international membership of around 1500, all dedicated to promoting and advancing the art of magic, an entertainment as popular today as when our famous club was formed...."
Academy of Magical Arts Headquartered at The Magic Castle "... the private clubhouse for the Academy of Magical Arts, Inc, a very special organization devoted to the advancement of the ancient art of magic. The purpose of The Academy is to encourage and promote public interest in the art of magic with particular emphasis on preserving its history as an art form, entertainment medium, and hobby. Beginning with a charter membership of 150, the Academy has grown into a world-renowned fraternal organization with a membership of nearly 5,000...."
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Library of Congress on Houdini 
consumed him. At the age of 12, Houdini ran away from home and ended up in Kansas City. He was gone for approximately one year, but then rejoined his family in their new home in New York City. 
Chung Ling Soo (William Robinson), shot on stage in 1918. Rumors persisted that his death was not an accident caused by equipment malfunction, but was a murder motivated by jealousy...." 
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