Beginner'S Book of Modular Origami Polyhedra: The Platonic Solids by Rona Gurkew

Description: Beginner'S Book of Modular Origami Polyhedra by Rona Gurkewitz This manual features 17 easy-to-master projects involving the Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron. Includes detailed diagrams and photos of all the completed models. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Whether or not youre familiar with traditional origami models, youre sure to be captivated by the fun and fascination of creating abstract geometric forms. This book by an expert paperfolder offers a clear, concise introduction to the special techniques for making beautiful, complex polyhedra models.These 17 projects are based on the classic Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron. Folders at every level of experience, from absolute beginners to old hands, will appreciate the step-by-step diagrams and their detailed views of the models assembly. Additional helpful features include photos of the complete models, background on the Platonic solids, and references. Table of Contents Pictures of the Platonic Solids 1. Background What is Modular Origami? What is the connection between modular origami and polyhedra? What is a polyhedron? What are the Platonic Solids? Short history of the Platonic Solids and Connections with math, science and art References, Links and Origami Societies 2. Making the Models Definitions of Symbols Waterbomb or Triangle Base Triangles Hexagons 3. Cubes The Jackson Cube The Sonobe Cube The Tile Cube Lewis Simon-Bennett Arnstein Cube with Windows 4. Tetrahedra Simple chain of four equilateral triangles from a square Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module 5. Octahedra Bob Neales octahedron 6-piece octahedron skeleton Lewis Simons original 2-piece Gyroscope module from a square Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module 6. Dodecahedra Bob Neale-Lewis Simon 108 degree module Lewis Simons 2-piece Gyroscope module from a triangle Simon Gurkewitz Dimpled Dodecahedron 7. Icosahedra Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module Long Description This manual features 17 easy-to-master projects involving the Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron. Includes detailed diagrams and photos of all the completed models. Details ISBN0486461726 Author Rona Gurkewitz Short Title BEGINNERS BK OF MODULAR ORIGAM Language English ISBN-10 0486461726 ISBN-13 9780486461724 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 736.982 Illustrations Yes Year 2008 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Subtitle The Platonic Solids DOI 10.1604/9780486461724 UK Release Date 2008-09-25 AU Release Date 2008-09-25 NZ Release Date 2008-09-25 US Release Date 2008-09-25 Pages 64 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Series Dover Origami Papercraft Publication Date 2008-09-25 Audience General Audience Age 12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:15456256;

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