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ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus] Hardcover The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus] Hardcover The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. [Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus] Hardcover First Edition Near fine book and jacket. [Austin, MN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
Amherst, Ny: Prometheus Books, Date: 2001. First Printing. Fine/Fine. From the publisher: "This is the story of an unusual friendship between two of the most intriguing characters of the early 20th century--renowned escape artist Harry Houdini and celebrated mystery writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (creator of Sherlock Holmes) Both men were fascinated by the occult practice of spiritualism, Houdini as an ardent skeptic who often publicly exposed fraudulent mediums and Conan Doyle as a true believer who became convinced that the dead could and did communicate with the livingDespite their differing perspectives the two men not only respected each other but became friends The correspondence between them on the subject provides a fascinating glimpse not only into the personalities of two talented and interesting celebrities but also into a psychic phenomenon that is the ancestor of today's channeling crazeBased on original correspondence, photographs, and his own extensive research, Massimo Polidoro reconstructs this unusual friendship between a believer and a skeptic, which weathered mediums, seances, an apparition of Houdini's departed mother, automatic writing by Conan Doyle's wife, public debunkings, and hurt feelings He also discusses the final rift that ended the friendship of the two strong-willed men Fans of Conan Doyle, Houdini, magic, and the historical roots of the "New Age" will be delighted by this amazing story" Fine in black cloth with metallic red titles on the s ...
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Amherst, Ny Prometheus Books 2001 First Printing Hard cover Fine in Fine jacket From the publisher: "This is the story of an unusual friendship between two of the most intriguing characters of the early 20th century--renowned escape artist Harry Houdini and celebrated mystery writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (creator of Sherlock Holmes) Both men were fascinated by the occult practice of spiritualism, Houdini as an ardent skeptic who often publicly exposed fraudulent mediums and Conan Doyle as a true believer who became convinced that the dead could and did communicate with the livingDespite their differing perspectives the two men not only respected each other but became friends The correspondence between them on the subject provides a fascinating glimpse not only into the personalities of two talented and interesting celebrities but also into a psychic phenomenon that is the ancestor of today's channeling crazeBased on original correspondence, photographs, and his own extensive research, Massimo Polidoro reconstructs this unusual friendship between a believer and a skeptic, which weathered mediums, seances, an apparition of Houdini's departed mother, automatic writing by Conan Doyle's wife, public debunkings, and hurt feelings He also discusses the final rift that ended the friendship of the two strong-willed men Fans of Conan Doyle, Houdini, magic, and the historical roots of the "New Age" will be delighted by this amazing story" Fine in black cloth with metallic red titles ...
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus Books, Amherst, Ny] Hardcover First Edition From the publisher: "This is the story of an unusual friendship between two of the most intriguing characters of the early 20th century--renowned escape artist Harry Houdini and celebrated mystery writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (creator of Sherlock Holmes) Both men were fascinated by the occult practice of spiritualism, Houdini as an ardent skeptic who often publicly exposed fraudulent mediums and Conan Doyle as a true believer who became convinced that the dead could and did communicate with the livingDespite their differing perspectives the two men not only respected each other but became friends The correspondence between them on the subject provides a fascinating glimpse not only into the personalities of two talented and interesting celebrities but also into a psychic phenomenon that is the ancestor of today's channeling crazeBased on original correspondence, photographs, and his own extensive research, Massimo Polidoro reconstructs this unusual friendship between a believer and a skeptic, which weathered mediums, seances, an apparition of Houdini's departed mother, automatic writing by Conan Doyle's wife, public debunkings, and hurt feelings He also discusses the final rift that ended the friendship of the two strong-willed men Fans of Conan Doyle, Houdini, magic, and the historical roots of the "New Age" will be delighted b ...
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus] Hardcover Good condition ex-library book with usual library markings and stickers. [Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus] Hardcover Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 1.3 [Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus Books] Hardcover First Edition First printing. Mylar protected dust jacket. Like new condition. The DJ has no tears, creases or chips. Not a remainder. [Gillette, WY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
Prometheus. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. Date: 2001. First Edition. Hardcover. 1573928968 . 9.1 X 6.3 X 1.0 inches . 2001. Prometheus ISBN 1573928968 9781573928960 [US]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus Books] Hardcover Book: As New. Black boards with red spine title. Features historic photos of Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the famous mediums of the day. DJ: Fine. Slight shelfwear. [Fairfax, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
ISBN10: 1573928968, ISBN13: 9781573928960, [publisher: Prometheus Books, Amherst, N.Y.] Hardcover First Edition A fine first edition. Highly praised book about two fascintaing men. anmd the roots of 'new age'. [Philo, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2001]
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