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As we kicked off the newmillennium, readers ofthis magazine cast their ballots

to elect the ten most influential

magicians of the 20th century.

Although there were some sur-

prises, few could argue with

the top two Harry Houdiniand Dai Vernon. While scores

of books have been written

about Houdini, David Ben has

spent the past five years prepar-

ing the first detailed biography

of Dai Vernon. What follows is

a thumbnail sketch of Vernons

remarkable life, legacy, and con-

tribution to the art of magic.

BY DAVID BEN

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