Harry Houdini

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Juliana Vido (Illustrator)

Part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series

A young boy escapes poverty to become a legendary magician.

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32 pages· 508 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Follow Ehrich, a young immigrant who transforms into the legendary Harry Houdini. From a childhood in poverty to mastering death-defying escapes, his journey is one of magic and resilience. How did he captivate the world with his daring feats? Discover the secrets behind the man who could slip free from any chain or lock, and explore the life of a dreamer who defied the odds to become an icon. This inspiring tale is perfect for young readers eager to learn about the power of dreams and determination.

From the publisher

In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Harry Houdini, one of the most famous entertainers to have ever lived. When he was four, little Ehrich emigrated with his family from Hungary to the USA. Although they had reached a world of great opportunity, the family lived in poverty and Ehrich had no choice but to go to work from a young age. When he was just nine, Ehrich worked as a trapeze artist, and this experience led him into a life of entertainment. As he grew older, Ehrich continued to play to audiences with fascinating card tricks. But when working as a locksmith by day and honing his magic skills at night, Ehrich realised that he would need more than a deck of cards to really ‘wow’ people… and so, the great Harry Houdini came to be. As Houdini, the escape artist who could free himself from handcuffs, chains and knots like no one else, he toured the world and became known for his incredible death-defying stunts. This book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the entertainer’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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