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"Robert Lang's remarkable origami creations are joined here by the delightful novelties of other contemporary designers, while traditional favorites find themselves varied and developed in unexpected ways. Origami in Action holds much folding pleasure for beginner and expert alike."--Sam Randlett
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"Robert Lang's remarkable origami creations are joined here by the delightful novelties of other contemporary designers, while traditional favorites find themselves varied and developed in unexpected ways. Origami in Action holds much folding pleasure for beginner and expert alike."--Sam Randlett
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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (May 15, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0312156189
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312156183
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #85,208 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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sharp only where, fold one flap, existing creases, reverse fold, white flap, near flap, cootie catcher, flatten the paper, near layer, origami models, horizontal crease, flapping bird, petal fold, valley fold, mountain folds, right flap, colored side, half vertically, left flap, paper toys
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, accessible origami models from a master origamiist!, November 3, 1999
By Candice Bradley (Appleton, WI USA) - See all my reviews
Robert Lang is one of the most prolific and innovative origami model creators around. Many of Lang's books, however, are composed mainly of more difficult models appropriate for intermediate and advanced folders. But *Origami in Action* offers lots of fun model building for folks at every skill level. The diagrams and instructions are wonderfully clear and presented on big pages surrounded by lots of calming white space.

I've been teaching origami to 20 third graders (an interesting volunteer experience!). *Origami in Action* is one of my top suggestions when a parent asks me to recommend an origami book for an eight or nine year old.

But this book is also great fun for grownups -- even origami-addicted grownups and other advanced folders. The otter lying on its back is absolutely wonderful!

Thanks Mr. Lang!

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating... but DEFINITELY not for beginners, February 25, 2002
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If you're just starting out in origami, I really suggest averting from this book. No, really. Unless you start off taking origami very seriously and have your steel resolve handy, this book will only serve to discourage. There aren't a lot of easy designs in this volume, and there's plenty of designs towards the end that are obvious expert-level pieces. I'd go get a book that had a sizable section of traditional origami designs first, then I'd go pick a copy of this up. It's terribly fun once you have any idea what you're doing !
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4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining for enthusiast for all levels, May 20, 1999
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For the origami purists, this book appeals in that none of the models require cutting or glueing. With a wide range of difficulty levels, there is something for everyone. And of course with a title like that, the greatest appeal is to make the model "move" once you complete it. Some models "move" better than others (as I had expected) so you'll find some more satisfying than others. Nevertheless, it's always an added thrill to have your paper model do more than lie flat on the table. Beginners will find themselves easily hooked on origami because of this. What I like about the tougher models are the innovative designs that are unique to this book, like the musicians and the boat-rower. This is a nice change from the more traditional designs commonly seen in Japanese origami books. The down side of this book lies in its folding instructions. The illustration is not comprehensive enough so it is unclear what happens to the in-between layers not shown in the disgram. Also, there's too much creasing and unfolding that makes the eager enthusiast feel impatient, wondering if all that is necessary. I also encountered a lot of steps require the paper to "wrap-around" in the opposite direction, which in reality will cause the paper to tear if the maker does exactly as he was told (i.e. to "wrap"). Paper sizes vary according to the level of difficulty and type of paper recommended also varies with the model. 80% of the models use square paper.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the Beginner
What a great book! The author explains how to accpomplish the different types of folds used in the ' Introduction. Read more
Published 17 months ago by J. Fusco

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I BOUGHT THIS BOOK FOR MY ONE NIECE, SHE HAS THE OTHER ONE BY: ROBERT J. LANG. THIS WAS WHAT SHE WANTED FOR EASTER. Read more
Published on March 23, 2003 by Jeanette A Storaska

5.0 out of 5 stars A good book, but I hope that this is not Lang's new style
The challenge (and pro) in this book is that you can make the completed model "move" by pull or push the model. Read more
Published on November 20, 1999 by Sen Peng Eu

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