{"product_id":"string-figures-and-how-to-caroline-furness-jayne-9781163814840","title":"String Figures And How To Make Them: A Study Of Cat's-Cradle In Many Lands","description":"\"\"String Figures And How To Make Them: A Study Of Cat's-Cradle In Many Lands\"\" by Caroline Furness Jayne is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the art of string figures, also known as Cat's-Cradle, from various cultural perspectives. The book offers step-by-step instructions on how to create a variety of string figures, along with detailed illustrations and photographs to aid in the learning process. In addition to the practical aspects of making string figures, Jayne delves into the cultural significance and history of this ancient art form. She provides insights into the role of string figures in traditional storytelling, as well as their use in games and rituals across different cultures. The book is organized into chapters that focus on specific regions, including Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Within each chapter, Jayne highlights the unique styles and techniques of string figure-making that are prevalent in each region. Overall, \"\"String Figures And How To Make Them\"\" is a fascinating exploration of a timeless craft that has been passed down through generations. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning the art of string figures or gaining a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of this ancient practice.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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Caroline Furness Jayne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1163814849\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781163814840\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 452\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.32lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d","brand":"Caroline Furness Jayne","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44121239879935,"sku":"9781163814840","price":38.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_5d27a53b-1311-4a1d-b1a8-0dd7fff5605f.jpg?v=1687418812","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/string-figures-and-how-to-caroline-furness-jayne-9781163814840","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}