Publisher's description:
 
A spellbinding story from Houdini's arrival in Kingston upon Hull in 1903, choosing to perform at least six times, until his last visit in 1920.

A time of music hall, vaudeville, science and entertainment, and as a port, Hull had advantages over many other UK towns and cities nationally.

For many people, the name Harry Houdini conjures up an image of a successful magician, but for those who are not familiar with his story, he still is one of life's many enigmas.

An investigation into the challenges, performances and performers who accompanied Houdini on stage in Hull, this book uncovers hidden press reports about the escape artist's time locally, and asks questions about certain myths connected with the man himself.

Many never-seen-before reports, interviews and photos, along with other related stories and materials, offer the reader a glimpse into Hull's local history and a world of myth, magic, music hall, and spirituality.
 
Condition: New.
 
Binding: Hardback
Year: 2026
Publisher: Carnegie Heritage Centre
Pages: 148
Dimensions (to nearest cm): 30 X 22cm