"The Sharper Detected and Exposed" by Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin is a compelling exploration into the shadowy world of 19th-century gambling cheats, known as "Greeks," and a guide to recognizing and combating their deceptions. The book, written by a master of magical performance, seeks to lift the veil on the secrets of sleight-of-hand used to swindle unsuspecting gamblers. The author is motivated by a desire to educate the public and to assist those in the legal system who grapple with the intricacies of these cases, using experiences and anecdotes, such as an encounter with a sly sharper, to illustrate the cunning and danger posed by these con artists, ultimately, offering a defense against the hidden dangers lurking within games of chance.
The Sharper Detected and Exposed
By Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin
Unmasking the tricks of gambling swindlers, this exposé reveals how they manipulate games and deceive players.
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About the AuthorJean-Eugène Robert-Houdin was a French watchmaker, magician and illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. He transformed magic from a pastime for the lower classes, seen at fairs, to an entertainment for the wealthy, which he offered in a theatre opened in Paris, a legacy preserved by the tradition of modern magicians performing in tails.
Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin was a French watchmaker, magician and illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. He transformed magic from a pastime for the lower classes, seen at fairs, to an entertainment for the wealthy, which he offered in a theatre opened in Paris, a legacy preserved by the tradition of modern magicians performing in tails.
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