The Marvelous Thing That Came from a Spring
Book description
With magnificent dioramic illustrations, Gilbert Ford captures the joy, creativity, and determination behind the invention of an iconic, one-of-a-kind toy: the Slinky!
One day, a spring fell from the desk of Richard James, an engineer and a dreamer. Its coils took a walk…and so did Richard’s imagination. He knew right…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Marvelous Thing That Came from a Spring as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Two things stand out to me in this book about the invention of the Slinky. First, I appreciate that it highlights the importance of teamwork in creative pursuits. Richard James, his wife, and even their young son were instrumental in this springy toy's invention, production, and/or marketing.
I also adore the engaging art style, perfect for a book set in the 1940s. Each spread is a colorful collage of playful drawings, fabrics and patterns, paper cutouts, and images of real objects, including springs, old-fashioned telephones, and toys from the time period. Delightful!
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