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Houdini, Harry (Ehrich Weisz). Miracle Mongers and Their Methods. New York: E.P. Dutton & Co., 1929. Second printing. Cloth. Frontispiece. Illustrations, including images of fire kings, stone eaters, strong men, and the like. 8vo. Good.

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Miracle Mongers and Their Methods

Name: Miracle Mongers and Their Methods
SKU: 65804945
Price: 125 USD
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