(HOUDINI, HARRY.) The Wizard Monthly. Vol. 1, No. 1. October 1916. Atlantic City.
Scarce first issue of this short-lived magic periodical. The cover features Harry Houdini preparing to enter the Chinese Water Torture Cell, described as “the greatest performance of his strenuous career,” and the issue includes an interview with Houdini on page 3.
Printed on fragile newspaper stock, a format that seldom survives. The publication lasted only five issues, making the inaugural number particularly difficult to obtain.
Original self-wrappers. Outer wrappers detached from the text block, as often encountered with early periodicals of this type. Light toning and wear consistent with age. Good condition overall.
(HOUDINI, HARRY.) The Wizard Monthly. Vol. 1, No. 1. October 1916. Atlantic City.
Scarce first issue of this short-lived magic periodical. The cover features Harry Houdini preparing to enter the Chinese Water Torture Cell, described as “the greatest performance of his strenuous career,” and the issue includes an interview with Houdini on page 3.
Printed on fragile newspaper stock, a format that seldom survives. The publication lasted only five issues, making the inaugural number particularly difficult to obtain.
Original self-wrappers. Outer wrappers detached from the text block, as often encountered with early periodicals of this type. Light toning and wear consistent with age. Good condition overall.
