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Greatest Wonder of modern times. Mysterious displays! and incomprehensible demonstrations! In presence of the celebrated Davenport Brothers: At Willard's Hall Every Evening this Week. Friday Evening, March 4, Last Night But One, will be produced the Greatest Phenomenon the World ever witnessed since the Days of the Apostles Those Celebrated Mediums will submit to be Secured in the Most Complicated Manner, with 500 feet of strong rope ... Startling Wonders are produced ... Through the Wonderful Power that manisfests itself in presence of these Mediums, we hope to show the audience How it was Jacob wrestled with the Angel by night. How the hand wrote on the wall at Belshazzar's feast. How Paul and Silas were delivered from their prison and other Mysterious and Unaccountable Occurrences that have taken place in different Ages of the World, which, through Ignorance and Superstition, have been attributed to Witchcraft. When conditions are favorable, Persons often Shake Hands with the Spirits! And are sometimes Recognised as being Those of their Departed Friends. Go and see the Greatest wonder of the nineteenth century ...
Theater Playbill for the Davenport Brothers at Willard's Hall, Washington, D.C., March 4, [1859]
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Greatest Wonder of modern times. Mysterious displays! and incomprehensible demonstrations! In presence of the celebrated Davenport Brothers: At Willard's Hall Every Evening this Week. Friday Evening, March 4, Last Night But One, will be produced the Greatest Phenomenon the World ever witnessed since the Days of the Apostles Those Celebrated Mediums will submit to be Secured in the Most Complicated Manner, with 500 feet of strong rope ... Startling Wonders are produced ... Through the Wonderful Power that manisfests itself in presence of these Mediums, we hope to show the audience How it was Jacob wrestled with the Angel by night. How the hand wrote on the wall at Belshazzar's feast. How Paul and Silas were delivered from their prison and other Mysterious and Unaccountable Occurrences that have taken place in different Ages of the World, which, through Ignorance and Superstition, have been attributed to Witchcraft. When conditions are favorable, Persons often Shake Hands with the Spirits! And are sometimes Recognised as being Those of their Departed Friends. Go and see the Greatest wonder of the nineteenth century ...
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Greatest Wonder of modern times. Mysterious displays! and incomprehensible demonstrations! In presence of the celebrated Davenport Brothers: At Willard's Hall Every Evening this Week. Friday Evening, March 4, Last Night But One, will be produced the Greatest Phenomenon the World ever witnessed since the Days of the Apostles Those Celebrated Mediums will submit to be Secured in the Most Complicated Manner, with 500 feet of strong rope ... Startling Wonders are produced ... Through the Wonderful Power that manisfests itself in presence of these Mediums, we hope to show the audience How it was Jacob wrestled with the Angel by night. How the hand wrote on the wall at Belshazzar's feast. How Paul and Silas were delivered from their prison and other Mysterious and Unaccountable Occurrences that have taken place in different Ages of the World, which, through Ignorance and Superstition, have been attributed to Witchcraft. When conditions are favorable, Persons often Shake Hands with the Spirits! And are sometimes Recognised as being Those of their Departed Friends. Go and see the Greatest wonder of the nineteenth century ...
Players of a Century
Author: Henry Pitt Phelps
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Category : Theater
Languages : en
Pages : 450
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Category : Theater
Languages : en
Pages : 450
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Players of a Century
Author: Henry Pitt Phelps
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Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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The Life of David Belasco
Author: William Winter
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Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 724
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Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 724
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Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries
Author: Rodney Carlisle
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 0470306920
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 711
Book Description
A unique A-to-Z reference of brilliance in innovation and invention Combining engagingly written, well-researched history with the respected imprimatur of Scientific American magazine, this authoritative, accessible reference provides a wide-ranging overview of the inventions, technological advances, and discoveries that have transformed human society throughout our history. More than 400 entertaining entries explain the details and significance of such varied breakthroughs as the development of agriculture, the "invention" of algebra, and the birth of the computer. Special chronological sections divide the entries, providing a unique focus on the intersection of science and technology from early human history to the present. In addition, each section is supplemented by primary source sidebars, which feature excerpts from scientists' diaries, contemporary accounts of new inventions, and various "In Their Own Words" sources. Comprehensive and thoroughly readable, Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries is an indispensable resource for anyone fascinated by the history of science and technology. Topics include: aerosol spray * algebra * Archimedes' Principle * barbed wire * canned food * carburetor * circulation of blood * condom * encryption machine * fork * fuel cell * latitude * music synthesizer * positron * radar * steel * television * traffic lights * Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 0470306920
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 711
Book Description
A unique A-to-Z reference of brilliance in innovation and invention Combining engagingly written, well-researched history with the respected imprimatur of Scientific American magazine, this authoritative, accessible reference provides a wide-ranging overview of the inventions, technological advances, and discoveries that have transformed human society throughout our history. More than 400 entertaining entries explain the details and significance of such varied breakthroughs as the development of agriculture, the "invention" of algebra, and the birth of the computer. Special chronological sections divide the entries, providing a unique focus on the intersection of science and technology from early human history to the present. In addition, each section is supplemented by primary source sidebars, which feature excerpts from scientists' diaries, contemporary accounts of new inventions, and various "In Their Own Words" sources. Comprehensive and thoroughly readable, Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries is an indispensable resource for anyone fascinated by the history of science and technology. Topics include: aerosol spray * algebra * Archimedes' Principle * barbed wire * canned food * carburetor * circulation of blood * condom * encryption machine * fork * fuel cell * latitude * music synthesizer * positron * radar * steel * television * traffic lights * Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
Miracle Mongers and Their Methods
Author: Harry Houdini
Publisher: Cosimo, Inc.
ISBN: 1602060770
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 125
Book Description
Magicians debunking charlatans and revealing secrets of the trade: it's not something that Penn and Teller or James "The Amazing" Randi invented. The legendary Harry Houdini was doing the same thing a century ago, to popular acclaim. In this 1920 book, the master showman-and surprisingly entertaining writer-uncovers the mysteries behind such extraordinary feats as fire-eating, sword-swallowing, snake-charmers, and strong men. More a simple expose of stage trickery, though, this is a brisk history of such oddities throughout history and around the world, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, from the culture of the Native Americans to that of Japan. This is a fascinating work of the strange and seemingly inexplicable made plain and understandable. Hungarian-American magician and professional skeptic EHRICH WEISS (1874-1926)-aka Harry Houdini, "Handcuff King and Jail Breaker"-also wrote Magical Rope Ties and Escapes (1920) and A Magician Among the Spirits (1924).
Publisher: Cosimo, Inc.
ISBN: 1602060770
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 125
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Magicians debunking charlatans and revealing secrets of the trade: it's not something that Penn and Teller or James "The Amazing" Randi invented. The legendary Harry Houdini was doing the same thing a century ago, to popular acclaim. In this 1920 book, the master showman-and surprisingly entertaining writer-uncovers the mysteries behind such extraordinary feats as fire-eating, sword-swallowing, snake-charmers, and strong men. More a simple expose of stage trickery, though, this is a brisk history of such oddities throughout history and around the world, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, from the culture of the Native Americans to that of Japan. This is a fascinating work of the strange and seemingly inexplicable made plain and understandable. Hungarian-American magician and professional skeptic EHRICH WEISS (1874-1926)-aka Harry Houdini, "Handcuff King and Jail Breaker"-also wrote Magical Rope Ties and Escapes (1920) and A Magician Among the Spirits (1924).
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The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds (Winner of the Pulitzer Prize)
Author: Paul Zindel
Publisher: Graymalkin Media
ISBN: 1935169696
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 46
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Paul Zindel's compelling and inspirational Pulitzer Prize-winning play that was made into a motion picture directed by Paul Newman starring Joanne Woodward. The old, converted vegetable shop where Tillie lives is more like a madhouse than a home. Tillie's mother, Beatrice, is bitter and cruel, yet desperate for her daughters' love. Her sister, Ruth, suffers epileptic fits and sneaks cigarettes every chance she gets. In the midst of chaos, Tillie struggles to keep her focus and dreams alive. Tillie — keeper of rabbits, dreamer of atoms, true believer in life, hope, and the effect of gamma rays on man-in-the-moon marigolds.
Publisher: Graymalkin Media
ISBN: 1935169696
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 46
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Paul Zindel's compelling and inspirational Pulitzer Prize-winning play that was made into a motion picture directed by Paul Newman starring Joanne Woodward. The old, converted vegetable shop where Tillie lives is more like a madhouse than a home. Tillie's mother, Beatrice, is bitter and cruel, yet desperate for her daughters' love. Her sister, Ruth, suffers epileptic fits and sneaks cigarettes every chance she gets. In the midst of chaos, Tillie struggles to keep her focus and dreams alive. Tillie — keeper of rabbits, dreamer of atoms, true believer in life, hope, and the effect of gamma rays on man-in-the-moon marigolds.
A Magician Among the Spirits
Author: Harry Houdini
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Category : Spiritualism
Languages : en
Pages : 362
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Category : Spiritualism
Languages : en
Pages : 362
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The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin
Author: Harry Houdini
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Category : Juggling
Languages : id
Pages : 386
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Category : Juggling
Languages : id
Pages : 386
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