Harry Houdini

This engaging chapter book introduces young readers to the fascinating life of Harry Houdini, tracing his journey from a Hungarian immigrant named Ehrich Weisz to the world-renowned master of illusion. It delves into his early struggles, his dedication to magic, and the ingenious methods behind his most famous escapes, such as the milk can and buried alive tricks. The narrative is fast-paced and highly illustrated, making it accessible and captivating for children aged 4-11, particularly those interested in history, magic, or stories of perseverance. It includes helpful supplementary materials like a timeline, glossary, and index.

Discover the man behind the magic and see how Houdini pulled off his most daring escapes Before Harry Houdini (1874-1926) became the greatest magician in the world, he was just little Ehrich Weisz, a Hungarian-born immigrant who moved to America with his family and performed stage tricks for a little extra cash. He started off with card tricks and then eventually began performing the escape acts that would make him famous. Known for his daring and death-defying illusions, he would do some of the greatest tricks ever: escaping from a milk can, being buried alive, and being locked inside a crate and thrown into a river. He conquered each of these seemingly impossible feats and showed the world the power of a little magic. Fun, fast-paced, and highly illustrated, Harry Houdini tells the story of the curious boy who became the world's greatest magician and reveals how Houdini did some of his most stunning escapes. It includes a timeline, glossary, and index.