For centuries, entertainers have strung their audiences along with these
captivating characters. This author does the same, chronicling the
global fascination with puppets over thousands of years. From Pinocchio
to Kermit the Frog, from Indian stick figures to Jerry Mahoney puppets,
these collectibles have entertained and educated generations. They are a
perfect medium for telling stories, some quite serious and deeply
meaningful and others meant simply for entertainment and laughter.
Puppets and Marionettes will bring back memories of childhood, of the
early days of television and the hours of delight these animated
characters have brought into our lives. In this new book, Jan
Lindenberger, with the help of her friend Joel Martone, offers a wide
range of puppets and marionettes in more than 500 full-color
photographs. Concisely captioned with current prices, this is the
perfect book for the collector to take into the field.