Automata and Mechanical Toys

Automata and Mechanical Toys by Rodney Peppe. This exciting book gives a historical background to the contemporary automata movement, celebrating the role that Cabaret Mechanical Theatre has played. Many of the UK’s leading automatists, including Paul Spooner, Keith Newstead, Peter Markey, Ron Fuller and Tim Hunkin are featured, with examples of their work. There is also plenty of advice on how to get started when making your own automata, explanations of basic mechanisms. Also step-by-step instructions for themed automata projects, based on the Twelve Days of Christmas.
160 pages, 160 colour photographs and 44 line drawings.

£20