Walter B. Gibson
American writer and magician best known as the primary author of The Shadow pulp stories (writing under the house name Maxwell Grant), and for numerous books on magic, occult topics, and popular nonfiction.
Books
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1. Houdini's Fabulous Magic
A concise, illustrated account of Harry Houdini’s career that recounts his most famous escapes and stage illusions, offers biographical anecdotes and photographs, and explains the historical context and showmanship that made him legendary; the book mixes popular history with practical descriptions and demonstrations meant to inform and inspire both general readers and aspiring magicians.