Originally published in 1906, this volume contains a wealth of information on the methods and history of various criminal art forms such as pick-pocketing, burglary, confidence tricksters and much more by legendary escapologist Harry Houdini. This is a fascinating publication highly recommended for those interested in the techniques and practices of the old fashioned criminal. Read & Co. Books is proudly republishing this vintage work now in a brand new edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
