Houdini on Magic

Houdini on Magic
Author: Walter Brown Gibson
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 337
Release: 1953
Genre: Conjuring
ISBN: 0486203840

Written by the master magician himself, this fascinating work reveals the secrets behind how Houdini escaped numerous death-defying stunts and exposed a variety of fake spiritualists. He also gives instructions for 44 eye-catching stage tricks, as well as other fascinating material. 155 illustrations.

The Magic of Houdini

The Magic of Houdini
Author: Will Cunningham
Publisher: Course Technology
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Animation (Cinematography)
ISBN: 9781598630824

Houdini is one of the premier 3D animation software packages on the market, used by top post-production studios in Hollywood. With the introduction of Apprentice, the free learning edition of Houdini, more and more people are experiencing Houdini and looking for an accurate and complete reference guide to the software. The Magic of Houdini teaches readers all of the skills and information necessary to be proficient in this application. Upon completion of the book, readers will be able to understand and utilize the interdependency of the various Houdini contexts and tackle a project using all of the techniques available including modeling, character animation, particle effects animation, dynamic simulation animation, shading, simple shader creation, lighting, rendering, and compositing. Integrated exercises, tips, illustrations, and end-of-chapter quizzes help readers feel confident with the new skills they are learning. Written by an experienced 3D animator and teacher, the book provides an approachable and accurate introduction to Houdini.

Harry Houdini for Kids

Harry Houdini for Kids
Author: Laurie Carlson
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2009-02-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1613741952

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The Secrets of Houdini

The Secrets of Houdini
Author: J. C. Cannell
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2013-04-26
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1473381851

Originally published 1930's. A well illustrated compendium of the famous Harry Houdini's magic tricks and illusions. All explained in detail.Many of the earliest magic books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Disappearing Tricks

Disappearing Tricks
Author: Matthew Solomon
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2010
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0252076974

This work revisits the golden age of theatrical magic and silent film to reveal how professional magicians shaped the early history of cinema. The author treats cinema and stage magic as overlapping practices that together revise our understanding of the origins of motion pictures and cinematic spectacle.

Houdini, His Legend and His Magic

Houdini, His Legend and His Magic
Author: Doug Henning
Publisher: New York : Warner Books
Total Pages: 190
Release: 1977-01-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780446873284

A biography of the magician who became famous for his ability to escape almost any form of restraint. Describes his 10 greatest illusions as they appeared to audiences in the early 1900's.

Houdini's Book of Magic

Houdini's Book of Magic
Author: Harry Houdini
Publisher:
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1979
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 9780894740251