Harry Houdini, initially named Ehrich Weiss, was a legendary illusionist and escape artist known for his daring stunts, such as the Chinese Water Torture Cell. Born in Hungary and later moving to the U.S, he earned the title "The King of Handcuffs." He was also a talented actor, historian, businessman, and aviation pioneer. His death in 1926 was a significant loss to the entertainment world. Still, his legacy lives on through a collection of 54 poems that celebrate his life and achievements.
This poetic tribute honors Houdini's contributions to magic and reflects his innovative spirit. His influence continues to be felt, inspiring modern entertainers and magicians. Engaging with this collection offers readers a chance to appreciate the timeless allure of magic and the extraordinary life of a true master.
Joe Hernandez is the author of Conjurers Wisdom Vol 1 & 2 Phonetastic, Magic Babylon, Houdini: The Ultimate Trivia Compendium and The Foolosopohy of Conjuring. He frequently contributed to the magic journal Apocalypse and produced magic shows at the State Theatre in New Jersey. He was a consultant for the yearly NBC show "The World's Greatest Magic." Joe has collaborated in producing many magic videos, including DVDs from Rene Lavand, Harry Lorrayne, Gene Maze, Mike Gallo, Sol Stone, and Herb Zarrow. He has appeared on numerous public television shows performing close-up magic, including a solo show on W ABC. Joe is a member of The Society of American Magicians and the International Brotherhood of Magicians and is a monthly columnist for M-U-M and The Linking Ring magazines.