Trost Collection. Robert-Houdin, translated and edited by Professor Hoffmann, Magico Reprint, hard bound with gilt stamping, 252 pages, illustrated. Contents: The Theatre of Robert-Houdin, A Conjuror's Stage Arrangements, Handkerchief Tricks, The Light and Heavy Chest, The Hundred Candles Lighted by a Pistol Shot, The Ghost Illusion, The Indian Basket Trick, Spiritualistic Manifestations, The Bust of Socrates, A Curious Effect in Acoustics, The Decapitated Speaking, The Protean Cabinet, The Feats of the Davenport Brothers, The Enchanted Portfolio, The Magic Drum.
Condition light foxing on page edges only, fine.