The Man Who Was Erdnase by Martin Gardner, Jeff Busby & Bart Whaley

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About the book

The Man Who Was Erdnase by Martin Gardner, Jeff Busby and Bart Whaley investigates the identity of S. W. Erdnase, author of The Expert at the Card Table. This 1991 first edition is a 448-page hardcover published by Jeff Busby Magic, Inc.

Historical investigation

The authors make the case that Milton Franklin Andrews was Erdnase. Their investigation follows Andrews' life, card-cheating career, travels and associates, as well as the criminal accusations and events surrounding his death. Photographs, correspondence, handwriting and writing-style analysis form part of the evidence discussed.

Technical material

The book includes more than 50,000 words of historical and technical references keyed to The Expert at the Card Table, plus over 750 notes. Topics include the Erdnase Grip, bottom dealing, the Mechanic's Grip and details of three card routines associated with Erdnase.

Research and bibliography

It also examines the writing and publication of the original book, rare editions and the search for its author's identity. A comprehensive list of sources supports the historical and technical discussion.