THE ART OF CHINESE PAPER FOLDING FOR YOUNG AND OLD by Maying Soong (First Edition) (1948)
Language: English
Published by Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc., New York, 1948
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Bob "The Bookman" DePino, ORLANDO, FL, U.S.A.Bob "The Bookman" DePino
AbeBooks seller since July 14, 2024
Condition: Used - Fair
US$ 8.86
Quantity: 1 available
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A classic instructional craft book introducing traditional Chinese paper-folding techniques as taught to children across generations. Maying Soong blends cultural heritage, childhood memories, and practical step-by-step diagrams to teach readers how to create toys, decorations, miniature furniture, party hats, ornaments, animals, and functional objects - all without scissors or paste. The book emphasizes creativity, dexterity, and the therapeutic value of handmade crafts. It includes a foreword on Chinese handicraft traditions, detailed folding sequences, and numerous diagrams. The author's biographical background adds historical and cultural depth, highlighting her education, artistic training, and dedication to child welfare. This particular copy bears library markings and withdrawal stamps from the Orange County Library System (Florida) and has typical ex-library wear. A scarce reminder of mid-century fascination with origami. Hard cover edition. 132 pages. Dimensions: 5.5" by 8". Published by Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc., New York. 1st printing, 1948. B&W illustrations. Red binding. 1 Pound Media Shipping Rate. Combine items and SAVE! Genre(s): Crafts & Hobbies / Origami / Artwork / Childrens Books. (B011). …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- THE ART OF CHINESE PAPER FOLDING FOR YOUNG AND OLD by Maying Soong (First Edition) (1948)
- Author
- Maying Soong
- Publisher
- Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc., New York
- Publication year
- 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Edition
- First Edition
- Printing
- 1st Printing
- Item weight
- 1 pound
- Dimensions
- 5.5" x 8"
- Seller catalogs
- Artwork, Childrens Books, Crafts & Hobbies, Library Survivors, Origami
Bob "The Bookman" DePino
ORLANDO, FL, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since July 14, 2024
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 14 business days | 3 to 7 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 6.50 | US$ 21.00 |
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After 50 years of collecting books, magazines, games, advertising, antiques and memorabilia, it is now time to retire and sell my collections. I hope you find something you will enjoy.
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Bob "The Bookman" DePino
FL, U.S.A.
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