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RECENTLY RELEASED | 41 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6882-0 Size: 8 1/2" x 11" (216 x 279 mm) Pages: 176 Price: $45.00 / £40.99 / 62.00 CAD Illustrations: 47 color images and 41 b&w images Binding: hardcover BISAC: PERFORMING ARTS / Circus To the Hilt A Sword Swallower’s History of Sword Swallowing By Dan Meyer & Marc Hartzman, Foreword by Uri Geller An authoritative compendium on sword swallowing, featuring historical biographies, expert insights, rare photos, and behind-the-scenes stories from contemporary sword swallowers. Cowritten by world-renowned sword swallower DanMeyer and celebrated sideshow historian Marc Hartzman, this volume delves into the lives of over 100 sword swallowers. • Definitive compendium of historical biographies: Highlights the captivating lives of historical sword swallowers from the 1700s to the present, many of whom have never been profiled in other books. • Behind the scenes with modern performers: Provides an inside look at the wild stories and experiences of modern sword swallowers, who account for one out of every 300 million people alive today. • Expert perspectives: Readers will learn from Dan Meyer, the world’s leading expert on sword swallowing and viral TEDx presenter, as he shares his unique life experiences and relatable life lessons in his introductory essay. • Medical insights: Outlines the medical risks and implications of sword swallowing through a doctor’s essay included in the book. Dan Meyer is a leading expert on sword swallowing. He is president of the Sword Swallowers Association International and winner of the 2007 Ig Nobel Prize in Medicine for medical research on sword swallowing. He lives in Mesa, Arizona. Marc Hartzman has written nearly 100 articles on sideshow performers for AOL Weird News , HuffPost , and Bizarre magazine. He lives in New Rochelle, New York. ISBN 978-0-7643-6882-0 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6878-3 Size: 6" x 9" (152 x 229 mm) Pages: 152 Price: $24.99 / £27.99 / 42.99 CAD Illustrations: 16 color and b/w photos Binding: hardcover BISAC: TRUE CRIME / Murder / General A Killer at the Door The Dramatic Prison Break and Manhunt for Convicted Murderer Danilo Cavalcante By Bruce E. Mowday The gripping true story of murderer Danilo Cavalcante’s daring prison escape and intense manhunt in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in summer 2023. In summer 2023, Chester County, Pennsylvania, was shaken by the daring escape of convicted murderer Danilo Cavalcante. Using a “crab-walking” method, Cavalcante scaled a prison wall, sparking a gripping two-week manhunt. He traversed forests, farmlands, and neighborhoods, evading law enforcement and causing schools to close, businesses to shutter, and streets to empty. The pursuit showcased his survival skills and the relentless efforts of authorities using drones, thermal imaging, K-9 units, and traditional tracking. The saga ended in a dramatic capture, emphasizing the thin line between freedom and confinement. Chester County resident and newspaper reporter Bruce Mowday recounts the escape and search, drawing on firsthand accounts from residents, law enforcement, officials, and local reporters. Bruce E. Mowday is an award-winning author and newspaper reporter. He has authored more than 20 books on history, sports, business, and true crime. He has appeared on numerous television shows and is a frequent speaker before civic and historical groups. He lives in West Chester, Pennsylvania. ISBN 978-0-7643-6878-3