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"I'm
delighted that, through this collection, we have a chance to appreciate
Robinson's inventive abilities and insights into magic, and that
his portrait will, line by line, be that much clearer to us all." Jim
Steinmeyer
This
fascinating collection of writings examines legendary performer Chung
Ling Soo, alter ego of William E. Robinson of New York, and includes:
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More
than 50 of Soo's extraordinary close-up and stage effects.
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40
gorgeous color Soo posters from the Norm Nielsen Poster Collection.
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Over
50 letters from Robinson to Houdini.
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Robinson's
insightful articles and books, including a full reprint of his
scarce Spirit Slate Writing and Kindred Phenomena.
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Plus
programs, reviews, and biographical profiles, illustrated with
rare photos and memorabilia.
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488
large-format pages, 40 color illustrations, hardbound, color frontispiece,
and beautiful cover by Katlyn Breene.
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