Here is a collection of reader reviews and reactions to Escaping Obscurity: The Travel Diary of Harry Houdini 1897-1899.
"It's a masterpiece." -David Copperfield
"I think you, Bruce, and Houdini have collaborated on the best book on Houdini written to date -- and I ain't a kiddin'." -Patrick Culliton
"Just a wonderful book all around..production quality, imagery, design, layout..all that technical stuff that gets ignored by many was shined to perfection. Everything is so detailed I can easily imagine myself peering over Harry’s shoulder as he journals their achievements and disappointments. Truly a significant book for the ages." - Larrian Gillespie ND, Houdinarian Society
"Suffice to say, the book is a thing of beauty and must have by all. The unbelievable array of rare photographs alone is worth the investment; many of which have never appeared in print." -Joe Notaro, Harry Houdini Circumstancial Evidence
"This book is truly a masterpiece and is so well done it’s as if Houdini himself was guiding the hands of those who worked on it. Even those who consider themselves Houdini experts will learn something new from this book." -Glen VanHouten
"I've read many Houdini biographies, and the experience often feels like watching a favorite movie, where I can quote the lines and know exactly what is coming next. This book is different." - Michael Claxton, Genii
"I am absolutely THRILLED with this delightful book! EVERY Magic lover should have this in their library!" -Mark Booth
"Hearing Houdini's voice through his own words is spellbinding, and the production quality is next level. A true masterpiece for magic lovers and history buffs alike. - David De-Val Magic & Escapology Website
"Escaping Obscurity finally let scholars study Houdini's 1890s show-business diaries with colorful, eye-popping close-ups of his jottings. Prepare for obsessive but interesting tangents into the minutiae of these important documents. You'll be fascinated." -The Magic Circular
"I walked away from the book feeling like I know Harry a little better. He and Bess had more fun in those days than I had thought. The biographies make it seem like it was all punishment." - Leo Hevia
"Thanks Bruce for sharing, John writing, Michael doing layout and Mike publishing this incredible piece of history." - Roger Dreyer, Houdini Revealed
"Caveney and his team have outdone themselves with this one. Absolute stunner of a book!" -Josh Miller
"It's big and beautiful. Highly recommended." -Ash Adams
"If you're a magic book lover, you'd better not miss this. This is a treasure trove." - David Dellman
"Get this book. It is incredible." - Jessica Jane
"Dear Diary: I love this book!" -Todd Karr, The Miracle Factory
Purchase Escaping Obscurity: The Travel Diary of Harry Houdini 1897-1899 from Mike Caveney's Magic Words.
