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Author/Editor: Hardeen
Date: c. 1940s
Size: 8.25 x 5.5"
Condition: Very Good

"Prepared and Compiled from Houdini's on Pictures and Clippings by Hardeen, brother of Houdini." Pamphlet with images and stories of Houdini from various stages in his career. Tape to spine and back cover, else in very good condition.

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