"Willard: A Life Under Canvas is a triumph of production and storytelling. It seems fitting that the story of such a historic family of magic be chronicled in such an exceptional work as this.” - Dustn Stinnett. GENII magazine.

The amazing, true-life story of a legendary magic family.

370 pages. 11" x 8-1/2". Hardbound.

276 rare photographs, including 8 pages in full color.

$85 + $5 shipping in the U.S. 

A story so amazing that it reads like a novel ... Only it's all true!

Claude Alexander Conlin (1880-1954) gained fame on stage during the 1910's and 20's as "The World's Greatest Mindreader." He made a fortune estimated at over $4 million. But backstage, Alexander's life was also one of mystery, murder and deception. For the first time, the true story of Alexander is told. Hundreds of rare photographs including eight pages in full color.

267 pages. Hardbound.

$65 + $5 shipping in U.S. 

NEW! The story of one of the brightest magic stars during the first half of the 20th Century and his remarkable act, "A Rhapsody in Silk" that toured the world. Plus - The secrets of Duval's greatest feats are revealed.

144 pages. Over 130 photos & illustrations. Hardbound. Full color cover. Foreword by Marvyn Roy.

$40.00 + $5.00 shipping in U.S. Overseas shipping FOB

By David Charvet 

Now out of print. These are the last remaining copies. Explains the history and methods of presenting this classic effect. Includes a biography of Emil Jarrow, the man who first popularized the routine in vaudeville. Dozens of rare photos and illustrations. 70 pages. Softbound.

Jimmy Stoppard (1905-1976) was one of magic's most creative performers. His signature effect, "The Phantom Ray" caused a ball to levitate in a beam of light. The effect was presented the Houdini Award by Mrs. Harry Houdini at the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Convention in 1935.

This monograph, written for David Charvet's acclaimed lecture and performance of the Phantom Ray at the 41st Magic Collectors' Association conference in Chicago, tells the story of Stoppard and reveals the inner workings of this amazing illusion.

Full color throughout. Illustrated with with many rare photographs. 16 pages. Softbound.

LIMITED TO 100 NUMBERED COPIES. ONLY A FEW REMAIN.

$25.00 postpaid in the U.S. Overseas: You will be sent a PayPal invoice with exact shipping cost.