Author: Tim Dedopulos
Publisher: Carlton Books
ISBN: 9781787392472
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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See if you can escape from a web of puzzles, illusions, and traps--and match the master himself: Houdini The name of Harry Houdini has become synonymous with daring feats of magic and illusion. Now, The Sensational Houdini's Puzzle Safe--with more than 70 exciting brainteasers inspired by the greatest escapologist ever and his signature acts--lets solvers see how they measure up to the master. Unlock puzzle chains where one wrong answer leaves you trapped in a never-ending circle of conundrums. Decipher logic problems designed to confound the minds of the unworthy. Figure out how Houdini managed to get out of handcuffs, and how he achieved his dramatic Chinese Water Torture Cell trick. Cool vintage illustrations and photographs perfectly capture the feel of Houdini's world. Previously available as The Great Houdini's Puzzle Vault
Author: Laurie Carlson
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613741952
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
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&&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RIllusionist, escape artist, movie star, aviator, and spy—Harry Houdini was all these and an international celebrity and the world’s most famous magician. This fascinating biography looks at all the facets of Houdini’s amazing life and includes 21 magic tricks and illusions for a hands-on learning experience. Children will be inspired by this Jewish immigrant who grew up in poverty and, through perseverance and hard work, went on to become one of the most popular and successful entertainers of all time. Houdini was an artist who created his acts carefully, practicing them for years in some cases. He performed such seemingly impossible stunts as escaping several sets of handcuffs and ropes after jumping off a bridge into a flowing river. &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RKids will learn how he devised his most legendary stunts and will also learn the science and logic behind many of Houdini’s acts including his famous milk can escape. Kids can amaze their family and friends with these simple, entertaining, and fun tricks and illusions: &&L/P&&R Stepping through an index card Performing an odd number trick Making a coin appear Mind reading with a secret code Making a magic box Lifting a person with one hand Making a talking board And much more &&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: FV Éditions
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 252
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In 1916 Arthur Conan Doyle stated his belief in Spiritualism. "The Edge of the Unknown", first published in 1930, is a collection of articles covering various aspects of this subject.
Author: Harlan Tarbell
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Category : Magic tricks
Languages : en
Pages : 920
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Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 928
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Author: Harry Houdini
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Category : Spiritualism
Languages : en
Pages : 362
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Author: Mike Ashley
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1780333560
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 426
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This collection of criminal conundrums are more than whodunits, they're howdunits and are intended to stretch your powers of deduction to the limits.
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Languages : en
Pages : 242
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Popular Science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. The core belief that Popular Science and our readers share: The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better.
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Languages : en
Pages : 248
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Popular Science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. The core belief that Popular Science and our readers share: The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better.
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Languages : en
Pages : 322
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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
