The Magnificent Book of Kites: Explorations in Design, Construction, Enjoyment & Flight
- ISBN-10
- 1402700946
- ISBN-13
- 9781402700941
- Category
- Crafts & Hobbies
- Pages
- 464
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2002-08
- Publisher
- Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
- Author
- Maxwell Eden
Description
Provides step-by-step instruction for designing a variety of kites, and offers tips on material selection and flying techniques.
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