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Lot 439
Sale 5046 - Fine Book Sale
Jan 25, 2007
5:00AM ET
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Lot Description
1 vol.
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1 vol.
Houdini, Harry. The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin. New York, 1908. 8vo, orig. white & black stamped tan cloth; light to moderate edge wear, spine ends slightly frayed. Frontis. portrait, numerous illus. Index bound after rear free endpaper. Index slightly shaken. Bookplate of M.E. Tracy on front pastedown.
Presentation copy, inscribed & signed by Houdini, "To our friend M.E. Tracy / may the perusal of this book / bring back bright memories / of the author / Harry Houdini / Jan. 28, 1916 / Houston Texas." Generally dark & bold inscription & signature.