Publisher's Synopsis
A Book of Marionettes, written by Helen Haiman Joseph and first published in 1920, is a comprehensive guide to the art of puppetry. The book covers everything from the history of marionettes to the construction and manipulation of puppets, as well as tips on staging and performing with marionettes. The author provides detailed instructions on how to create different types of puppets, including string puppets, rod puppets, and shadow puppets. She also includes information on the materials needed to make the puppets, such as wood, cloth, and paint. The book is illustrated with numerous black and white photographs and diagrams, which help to clarify the instructions and show examples of finished puppets. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced puppeteer, A Book of Marionettes is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
