The Origami Handbook

by Rick Beech

Book Overview

Origami is an ancient Japanese craft that has grown into a a 21st century art form. In this book, traditional classics, such as the famous Japanese crane sit side-by-side with modern pieces designed... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0681323205
• ISBN13: 9780681323209
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Hermes House
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 7.0" x 0.9"

Customer Reviews

Great for origami beginners

This is the book that got me into origami. I couldn't recommend it more for somebody who wants to begin origami. It contains many models suitable for the beginner, and some hard enough to aspire to. It has a great section "A Gallery of Origami Masterpieces" that I used to think were amazing. I still think they are great, but have a greater appreciation of what is possible with origami.

pretty good

This is probably one of the best origami books I've found in English.

Welcome to The Wonderful World of Origami!

What a better way to start downn the road to paper folding paradise than with this awesome step-by-step, super easy to follow guide (great for beginners)! Ranging from the traditional crane to the slightly more complex elephant; every step of each model is shown in full color, along with the finished product. Also included is a wonderful background on the history and influence of origami in today's modern culture. Don't forget to try the kissing lips!