The Kite Making Handbook

The Kite Making Handbook

The Kite Making Handbook is an ideal first time buy for anyone interested in kites. It gives a concise insight into the kite flying world spanning the legend and history of kite flying in ancient China to ward off evil spirits to the modern day international kite-flying festivals and competitions. With over 400 illustrations this book is packed with detailed step-by-step instructions on how to make a whole range of kites including the materials and techniques needed to create the simplest of flat and box kites to the more complicated fighting and acrobatic flying models with names such as Box Delta, Nagasaki Hata and the Peter Powell. Once built, flying the kite is the next challenge and here the Italian authors have useful tips for getting the kite off the ground and dealing with varying wind conditions to avoid untimely landings. The various chapters are interspersed with anecdotes and factual gems on kites, making this book an enjoyable read as well as an informative hobby kite-makers guide.

Country	USA
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: David n Charles Publishers
EAN	9780715318553
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	0715318551
Label	David & Charles
Manufacturer	David & Charles
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	128
PublicationDate	2004-03-01
Publisher	David & Charles
SKU	0924-WS0801-A03010-0715318551
Studio	David & Charles
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

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