Ebook - Right Way to do Wrong by Harry Houdini
Description & Effect
Uncover the Underworld with a Master of Deception
Step back in time to the shadowy alleys and bustling streets of the early 20th century with 'Right Way to do Wrong,' a captivating digital ebook by the legendary Harry Houdini. More than just an escape artist, Houdini was a keen observer of human nature and a meticulous investigator. In this remarkable work, originally published in 1906, he delves deep into the fascinating world of crime, chronicling the ingenious and often audacious methods employed by the era's most notorious lawbreakers.
Houdini's Investigative Brilliance
Drawing from extensive interviews with detectives, police chiefs, and even reformed criminals, Houdini meticulously documents the tactics of pickpockets, professional burglars, cunning bunco men, and various types of swindlers. This isn't just a collection of anecdotes; it's a comprehensive look at the psychology and techniques behind deception. From the subtle art of the 'aristocrat of thievery' to the elaborate schemes of 'begging letter swindlers' and 'bogus treasures,' each chapter is a masterclass in criminal ingenuity. Houdini’s personal insights, often drawing parallels to his own world of illusion, add an unparalleled layer of authenticity and intrigue.
Enduring Lessons for Today
What makes 'Right Way to do Wrong' so compelling even today is the enduring relevance of its content. Many of the fundamental schemes described by Houdini – the 'game of wits,' the 'brace' game, and various forms of 'fake! fake! fake!' – continue to evolve and resurface in modern times. This ebook serves as both an entertaining historical document and an invaluable educational tool, offering readers a unique opportunity to understand the root mechanics of scams. By exploring the past, you can gain a sharper perspective on present-day deceptions, proving once again that true learning often comes from revisiting forgotten wisdom. A quick, engaging read at 96 pages, it's a perfect digital download for anyone fascinated by crime history, magic, or the enduring human element of trickery.
Original Specs
Harry Houdini – Right Way to do Wrong
This is a fun book to read. Great stories about pickpockets， burglars， bunco men， thiefs， and others. Houdini collected interesting cases talking to detectives， and police chiefs. The book describes the methods used to scam innocent victims. Some of these schemes are still popular， which shows again， that one can learn a lot from the past.
published 1906 by Harry Houdini， Boston MA; later reprinted by Gamblers Book Club， Las Vegas; 96 pages
Table of Contents
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- Preface
- Shot One – Income of a Criminal
- Shot Two – Professional Burglary
- Shot Three – Difficulties of Burglary
- Shot Four – Burglars's Superstitions
- Shot Five – Thieves and Their Tricks
- Shot Six – The Aristocrat of Thievery
- Shot Seven – Pickpockets at Work
- Shot Eight – Beggars and Dead Beats
- Shot Nine – Begging Letter Swindlers
- Shot Ten – Tricks of Bunco Men
- Shot Eleven – The Game of Wits
- Shot Twelve – Fake! Fake! Fake!
- Shot Thirteen – Bogus Treasures
- Shot Fourteen – Famous Swindles
- Shot Fifteen – The Fair Criminal
- Shot Sixteen – The "Brace" Game
- Shot Seventeen – Cheating Uncle Sam
- Shot Eighteen – Humbugs
- Shot Nineteen – Houdini
- Shot Twenty – Conclusion
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