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Revision as of 16:23, 26 April 2008
C.A. Alexander "The Man Who Knows" (1880-1954) was a stage magician who specialized in mentalism and psychic reading acts, dressed in Oriental style robes and a feathered turban, and often used a crystal ball as a prop. In addition to performing, he also worked privately for clients, giving readings. He was the author of several pitch books and New Thought pamphlets, as well as texts for stage performers. His stage name was "Alexander," and as an author he wrote under the name "C. Alexander."
Retired in 1924 at the age of 43.
Was married over 7 times.
Books
- The Life and Mysteries of The Celebrated Dr. Q. by Alexander (1921)
- The Inner Secrets of Psycholgy Vol. 1, 1924. (and an unknown number of further volumes)
- Personal Lessons, Codes, and Instructions for Members of the Crystal Silence League, C. Alexander Publishing Co. n.d. (c. 1925 - 1930)
- Alexander - The Man Who Knows by Charvet & Pomeroy (2006)
- Beckmann, Darryl, The Life And Times of Alexander, The Man Who Knows, A Personal Scrapbook, Rolling Bay, Washington, Rolling Bay Press, (1994).