The Last Greatest Magician in the World: Howard Thurston Versus Houdini & the Battles of the American Wizards

Now in paperback, the acclaimed biography of the magician's magician, Howard Thurston.

“There is no greater expert on the history of stage magicians than Jim Steinmeyer. His deep knowledge of the subject, combined with a remarkable mastery of magical know-how, makes this book a smart, fantastic read. I can't recommend it enough!”

— Neil Patrick Harris

 “Steinmeyer produces an engaging full-length biography of the man Orson Welles called ‘the master’…Steinmeyer…