by Conjuring Arts | Jan 5, 2010 | Houdini
Only days before his death from peritonitis on October 31, 1926—the result of a ruptured appendix according to his doctors —Houdini was struck repeatedly in the abdomen, first by a “college student” during a dressing room visit, and then by a mysterious burly stranger...
by Conjuring Arts | Jan 5, 2010 | Houdini
The Secret Life of Houdini, Laid Bare: Available now from Mike Caveney’s Magic Words. A new collectors’ set that includes the footnotes to The Secret Life of Houdini. In this limited edition set you get a 1st printing, 1st edition of the biography with a special new...
by Conjuring Arts | Jan 5, 2010 | Houdini
When America entered World War I, Houdini led the war efforts by magicians by example, giving away more than $7,000 (which today would be about $250,000). He also contributed money to build a hospital that was dedicated to his mother. Then he wrote to Secretary of War...
by Conjuring Arts | Jan 5, 2010 | Curious and New, Exhibitions
An interesting collection of photos of handcuffs and restraints. We are not sure who owned this collection. If you know please let us know. Enjoy. Visit the Gallery
by Conjuring Arts | Jan 4, 2010 | Exhibitions
Fame escapes many fine magicians, but as this collection illustrates, it is not for a lack of trying. Some of these guys seem to have had great agents and fine stylists. Check out this interesting compilation of head shots, press photos and performance images of the...
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