The Story of Magic (1997)
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Ricky Jay as Host
Episodes 2
Centuries of Deception
December 7, 1997
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“Centuries of Deception” traces the roots of magic to the Egyptian empire of 249 B.C.
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December 9, 1997
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“Mystery in America” shows magic riding the crest of vaudeville. It also picks up with Harry Houdini, whom Jay pronounces “the world’s first superstar.” Besides all of the wondrous, death-defying stunt footage of the magic great, Houdini is singled out for his crusade against spiritualism and embracing of film.
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