This book is the story of his life, his accomplishments, and his legacy. He was, as the Baltimore Sun called him, "a topflight man of mystification". Suave, handsome, well-spoken, educated, quiet and calm in

An incredible read! Milo & Roger--one of the greatest Comedy Magic Arts of the twentieth century! Two boys from poor families, Arthur Brandon and Roger Coker, followed a shared passion...Magic from mid-west America to some of the worst and most of the b

David Devant is not only a legend in magic but a master performer and author. In this book, David shares his insight on the art of magic, as well as some of his personal experiences along the way. From magic to spiritualism,

Rameses the Egyptian Wonderworker was an illusionist of the Edwardian era. Born Albert Marchinski in Poland in 1876, he grew up in London in a distinctly middle class home. But as Rameses, he achieved financial and

When talking about magic and show-biz happenings during our Saturday magic group sessions and at other magic gatherings, I have often been told I should put my stories in a book. I have done a lot of things in my life, but writing

In the first half of the previous century, the popularity of Vaudeville, Chautauqua, and Lyceum kept thousands of performers, magicians included, fully employed. These venues, coupled with nightclubs, private dates and

Stanley Collins is a name familiar to all magic connoisseurs--whether you're a performer, collector or historian. Stanley Collins is a name that is revered by many. A great character of British magic during the first half of the 20th century, he was uni

Suzy Wandas came from the humblest of beginnings. Nothing about her entry into the world was auspicious, nor did it portend to her future as a star on the stages of Europe, England, or America. Instead, Jeanne Van Dyck was born in

Under the name Tampa--England's Court Magician, Ray S. Sugden toured the United States as master magician Howard Thurston's third traveling show unit. Vaudeville was coming to a show business halt while talking pictures were sweeping the country. You'l

This monograph chronicles what is known of the life and travels of the early 19th century magician John Rannie who performed in the eastern United States over a ten-year period. His travels, repertory and theatre venues are discussed and