
Houdini: A Message from the Spirits (Part 1)
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Houdini's Search for Connection
This chapter examines Houdini's attempts to communicate with his deceased mother through a medium, emphasizing his skepticism toward the messages received. It also chronicles his early life, detailing his family's struggles and his rise from a young shoeshiner to a renowned magician, alongside his deepening bond with Bess.
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