Recently, I had to choose a historical figure for a report in a history class of mine. As you can guess from the Subject, I picked Hanussan. If anyone knows a good source for information on him (books would be best), it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I know some good chapters have been written on him in books on mentalism, the occult, etc., though no book names readily come to mind.

A European film was made, "Hanussen," dramatizing his life. It sold him as a natural hypnotist, like the Orson Welles film, "Black Magic" (about Cagliostro).

I know that's not much help, but it does let you know that material HAS been written on him.

Steve

Have a look at this:

'Erik Jan Hanussen: Hitler's Jewish Clairvoyant' by Mel Gordon

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN......-5320439

José

There was an article I believe in Magic or Genii as a fellow gave a talk on him at the LA Conference. He was quite a character to say the least.

It was in Genii, just a few months ago. The article was very well-written.

If you do a search on him, be sure to spell the name correctly. "Hanussen," not "Hanussan."

But don't rely solely on the internet for information. You need to hit the library.

Genii magazine, July 2004 : "Hanussen: Hitler´s Clairvoyant"

José.

Yes, I believe the article in Genii was an excerpt from the book mentioned. Thanks everyone for all the responses though!

There is also a movie that was loosley based on Hanussen. It called "Invincible" I believe. Tim Roth portrayed Hanussen. Excellent movie. It's out on video, not sure about dvd.

Wonderful! I didn't know about that. I'll have to look into it.

Mel Gordon is a very respected theatre historian--however some dispute his interpretation of Hanussen's role in the Nazi party. I believe there was a very interesting thread on this on the Genii forum a few months ago. Probably worth doing a search there for more sources.


Jack Shalom