196: Beatrice Houdini/Conan Doyle carbons

Houdini, Beatrice. Important group of 13-carbon copies of Beatrice Houdini-Arthur Conan Doyle correspondence. A fascinating archive of correspondence between the widow of Houdini and the creator of Sherlock Holmes, being a series of early carbon copies of letters between the two parties, and describing in great detail, the friction between the two men based on their diverging views on spritiualism, Houdini’s grave, Doyle’s communication with mediums, Mrs. Houdini’s vaudeville act, the Houdini code, Houdini’s last days in the hospital, Houdini’s mother, and many other fascinating topics. The earliest letter dates to December 7. 1927. Two copies of each letter included. Edges tattered, but overall good. A remarkable record of a historic friendship.