Houdini's Final Incredible Secret: How Houdini Mystified Sherlock Holmes' Creator

Many books have been written about Harry Houdini so you might be forgiven that nothing new could be added to that vast library. You would be wrong. Bob Loomis has written a delightful book giving a detailed analysis of the occasion when Houdini created an impossible effect to mystify none other than Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. the creator of Sherlock Holmes. After many years of research and asking many penetrating questions Bob has created an account of how he believed Houdini carried out this seemingly amazing feat. It does not matter whether or not you agree with Bob's conclusions even though he makes a very good case. The writing is engaging and the attention to detail breathtaking. His enthusiasm never wanes despite many dead ends and hours of painstaking study. His methods, just like those of Sherlock Holmes, can be applied to many other situations. Houdini was a great escapologist, of this there is no doubt, but this book reinforces the view that he was also a great magician and scholar as well. He was no saint but it is clear he deserves the reputation that still endures even to the present day.

Ive just finished reading the book and all I can is "Wow" this book is just bursting with facts about Harry and the people around him, not to mention the method for the Final incredible secret. I would love to write a long extensive review but why waste your time reading my words when you could be reading the actual book. Go buy this book now. #gotchahoudini

What I read was a fantastic collation of hard work and insight not only about Houdini but many who he met and worked with. The book was great what a superb job of putting it all together. As an escape artist myself its been an exciting read start to finish. Loved the insight into Houdinis assistants. Great go get it.

A brilliant book, so well-researched and engaging. Exciting and interesting right up to the very end.

A wonderful, enthralling read!

This book is a superb piece of historical research, but reads with all the fascinationof a mystery story. A gripper from start to finish.

This book can be a good tutorial for those who want to make a popular presentation on historical researches and cultural studies.