- Paperback
- Publisher: Sceptre (2 Oct 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340933682
- ISBN-13: 978-0340933688
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,808,142 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Delightful...Ryan tells his tale entirely through exquisite cut-paper illustrations...the pictures are nothing less than extraordinary.'
(Sunday Telegraph )'We love Rob Ryan's paper creations. Made from delicate cut-out shapes, bright prints and accompanied by sharply witty words, his work is guaranteed to make you smile.'
(Elle )'Rob Ryan does magic.'
(Marie Claire )'Every page is a wonder, with something to delight in. The more the look, the more you see.'
(Telegraph )'Heartbreaking'
(Independent )'Stunning...his original style is universally renowned'
(Time Out )'A dazzling union of concept and craft'
(Big Issue )'Beautiful and moving'
(Sainsbury's magazine )'Charming'
(Harper's )'One for the heart'
(New Statesman )'Heavenly'
(Easy Living ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.Marie Claire
'Magic...intricately fashioned paper-cuts...beautifully designed.'
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I heard about Rob Ryan's work from my art teacher, and studied it this year as pieces of art but it wasn't until I read the book that I realised that it's a lot more deep than just pretty pictures and nice words. The work is really beautiful, and I particularly liked the fact you could see how it was made and all the hours that went into it. Some of the double pages take your breath away and it was more than what I expected from the book. The writing was also serendipitously good; handled badly it could have been twee or pretentious, but it seemed childlike whilst still relatable, to me. The book really struck a chord, and I'd really recommend it.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This sweet little book would be a romantic gift for a loved one (although a recurrent theme is being alone / not having yet found love) - or of course an essential purchase for Rob Ryan fans.
I had only seen some of Rob Ryan's greetings cards and bought this book out of curiosity as I liked them and wanted to know more - it's nice, but I'm not overwhelmed by it as some reviewers are. The quality of the book and reproductions are good, but there's no text inside (other than that in the papercuts) and I do find the artworks a & themes just slightly repetitive - I've enjoyed leafing through it, but I don't think I'll be returning again and again or buying copies as presents. Call me a cynic, but I found it slightly twee.
I'm sorry to everyone who has loved this book - but I'm giving it three stars just to highlight that's it's not EVERYONE'S cup of tea.
I had only seen some of Rob Ryan's greetings cards and bought this book out of curiosity as I liked them and wanted to know more - it's nice, but I'm not overwhelmed by it as some reviewers are. The quality of the book and reproductions are good, but there's no text inside (other than that in the papercuts) and I do find the artworks a & themes just slightly repetitive - I've enjoyed leafing through it, but I don't think I'll be returning again and again or buying copies as presents. Call me a cynic, but I found it slightly twee.
I'm sorry to everyone who has loved this book - but I'm giving it three stars just to highlight that's it's not EVERYONE'S cup of tea.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this for a colleague, 'who has everything', for her birthday as all of the reviews said it was a gift you could give to anyone. She was thrilled and sat up late into the night to finish reading it. Seems like the reviews were right.
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great book as a gesture to give to a loved on. well presented & a decent theme. good price - quick delivery
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Charles P. Ross
Powerful!
This is my favourite book by Rob Ryan. I originally bought this as a gift and have ordered my own copy! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Emma B
Nice but not wonderful
I really love Rob Ryan's work, especially the romantic nature of his words and writing, which I have seen on so many cards and other products. Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. Morris
Fantastic gift!
I bought this as a gift for a friend that had admired rob Ryan's art work and so thought that this would be a great gift. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Kikimarshall
Beautiful Book
I bought this book to give someone as a gift, but having first read it from cover to cover, I fell in love with it and have had to keep it for myself! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ms. A. Browne
A beautiful book I have bought as a gift for many friends
This is a really special little book full Rob Ryans incredible papercuts. I have a copy myself which I love and have since bought several more copies to give to friends. Read more
Published 12 months ago by J. Holmes
Bold and Beautiful
This book by Rob Ryan is full of very beautiful cut outs. Would be a lovely gift to give someone. So much time and attention taken to cut out a single flower, especially when you... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Old Wives Tale
scary
I bought this book as a love token for my husband, but it is misery and horror in my opinion.
Published 13 months ago by Christine
Visual Delight
I have read and reread this over & over. Every page is a beautiful print of Rob's paper cut artwork incorporating his own moving words. Read more
Published 14 months ago by chipin
Stunning
A fanatstic book. I bought this as a valentines present for my wife. It is a lovely story with stunning prints of papercuts and illustrations. Read more
Published 14 months ago by RAP
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