The Amazing Harry Kellar
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The Amazing Harry Kellar by Gail Jarrow
Presenting the amazing Harry Kellar The first magician to receive international fame The most well-known illusionist at the turn of the twentieth century The model for the Wizard of Oz Author Gail Jarrow follows Kellar from a magician's assistant traveling and performing across the United States during the Civil War to an international superstar with a show of his own, entertaining emperors, kings, and presidents. Jarrow uses Kellar's own words and images--his amazing four-color promotional posters--to tell his riveting story in this first Kellar biography for young readers. And she reveals the science behind Kellar's illusions and explores nineteenth-century entertainment and transportation as well as the history of magic, spiritualism, and s ances.
★ "A first-rate visual presentation accompanies a fascinating biography of the first dean of the Society of American Magicians, a man Houdini regarded as a mentor. . . Dozens of spectacular Kellar posters along with a dramatic book design nicely support this well-constructed look at a consummate showman. (timeline, bibliography, annotated sources)"—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "This book draws readers in. . . . An excellent example of nonfiction that is readable, visually appealing, and well researched."—School Library Journal, starred review
★ "This book draws readers in. . . . An excellent example of nonfiction that is readable, visually appealing, and well researched."—School Library Journal, starred review
Gail Jarrow's nonfiction publications have won numerous accolades and honors, including a Robert F. Kennedy Award. Orbis Pictus Recommended Book, National Science Teachers Association Recommended Book, Kirkus Reviews Best Book, and VOYA Honor Book. Sibert Informational Honor, YALSA Award Nomination, Orbis Pictus Recommended Book, National Science Teachers Association Recommended Book, Kirkus Reviews Best Book, and VOYA Honor Book. She currently resides in Ithaca, New York.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781590788653 |
| ISBN 10 | 1590788656 |
| Title | The Amazing Harry Kellar |
| Author | Gail Jarrow |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Astra Publishing House |
| Year published | 2012-06-01 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Prizes | Short-listed for Charlotte Award (High School/Grades 9-12) 2014 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |