Memoirs of Robert-Houdin, Ambassador, Author, and Conjurer

Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin was a French watchmaker, magician, and author. He is remembered for his influential magic performances and his written work, including "Memoirs of Robert-Houdin, Ambassador, Author, and Conjurer."

R. Shelton Mackenzie is an author with a focus on literary history and criticism. He is best known for The Shakespeare papers of the late William Maginn, LL.D.