A Unique Selection of Writings by History’s Greatest Escape Artist
Series: Neversink
One of the most intriguing and recognized figures of the twentieth century conducts a masterclass in subversion Originally published in 1906,The Right Way to Do Wrongwas a masterclass in subversion conducted by the worlds greatest illusionist. It collected Houdinis findings, from interviews with criminals and police officers, on the most surefire ways to commit crime and get away with it.This volume presents the best of those writings alongside little-known articles by Houdini on his own brand of deception: magic. Revealing the secrets of his signature tricks, including handcuff and rope escapes, and debunking the methods of his rivals, he proves himself to be just as clever and nimble a writer as he was a magicianand surprisingly free with trade secrets! All of which makes this unique selection of works both the ultimate anti-etiquette guide and proof that things are not always as they seem.In an exclusive introduction to this volume, Tellermagician, comedian, and silent sidekick of Penn Jillettespeaks up about the greatest magician of modern times.
About Artists & Writers:
HARRY HOUDINI(born Erik Weisz, 18741926) was a Hungarian-born American escapologist, magician, stuntman, actor and film producer, and one of the most iconic figures of the twentieth century. Towards the end of his career he focused his energies on debunking spiritualists and mediums, and on the ethics of magic and illusion.TELLER (Introduction) is one half of magic and comedy duo Penn & Teller. He is the author ofWhen Im Dead All This Will Be Yours: Joe TellerA Portrait By His Kidand, with Penn Jillette, ofHow to Play in Traffic, How to Play with Your FoodandPenn & Tellers Cruel Tricks for Dear Friends. TV credits include the series Penn & Teller: Bullshit!, in which, like Houdini, the duo set out to debunk common beliefs.