The Cult of LEGO

The Cult of LEGO

Author: John Baichtal

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2011-11-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1593273916

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In The Cult of LEGO, Wired's GeekDad blogger John Baichtal and BrickJournal founder Joe Meno take you on a magnificent, illustrated tour of the LEGO® community, its people, and their creations. The Cult of LEGO introduces us to fans and builders from all walks of life. People like professional LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya; enigmatic Dutch painter Ego Leonard (who maintains that he is, in fact, a LEGO minifig); Angus MacLane, a Pixar animator who builds CubeDudes, instantly recognizable likenesses of fictional characters; Brick Testament creator Brendan Powell Smith, who uses LEGO to illustrate biblical stories; and Henry Lim, whose work includes a series of models recreating M.C. Escher lithographs and a full-scale, functioning LEGO harpsichord. Marvel at spectacular LEGO creations like: –A life-sized Stegosaurus and an 80,000-brick T. Rex skeleton –Detailed microscale versions of landmarks like the Acropolis and Yankee Stadium –A 22-foot long, 350-pound re-creation of the World War II battleship Yamato –A robotic, giant chess set that can replay historical matches or take on an opponent –A three-level, remote-controlled Jawa Sandcrawler, complete with moving conveyor belt Whether you're a card-carrying LEGO fanatic or just thinking fondly about that dusty box of LEGO in storage, The Cult of LEGO will inspire you to take out your bricks and build something amazing.


A Million Little Bricks

A Million Little Bricks

Author: Sarah Herman

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

Published: 2012-09-26

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 1620870541

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The LEGO Group's history is as colorful as the toys it makes. This history charts the birth of the LEGO Group in the workshop of a Danish carpenter and its steady growth as a small, family-run toy manufacturer to its current position as a market-leading, award-winning brand.


Make: Lego and Arduino Projects

Make: Lego and Arduino Projects

Author: John Baichtal

Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."

Published: 2012-11-30

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1449321062

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Provides step-by-step instructions for building a variety of LEGO Mindstorms NXT and Arduino devices.


The LEGO Trains Book

The LEGO Trains Book

Author: Holger Matthes

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2017-10-24

Total Pages: 250

ISBN-13: 1593278195

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Learn the model-making process from start to finish, including the best ways to choose scale, wheels, motors, and track layout. Get advice for building steam engines, locomotives, and passenger cars, and discover fresh ideas and inspiration for your own LEGO train designs. Inside you'll find: -A historical tour of LEGO trains -Step-by-step building instructions for models of the German Inter-City Express (ICE), the Swiss “Crocodile,” and a vintage passenger car -Tips for controlling your trains with transformers, receivers, and motors -Advice on advanced building tech­niques like SNOT (studs not on top), micro­striping, creating textures, and making offset connections -Case studies of the design process -Ways to use older LEGO pieces in modern designs For ages 10+


LEGO Space

LEGO Space

Author: Peter Reid

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2013-11-01

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 1593275501

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Come explore an incredible LEGO® universe in LEGO Space: Building the Future. Spaceships, orbital outposts, and new worlds come to life in this unique vision of the future, built completely from LEGO bricks. A selection of step-by-step building instructions will have you constructing your own cosmic creations to play with at home. Marvel at interstellar battlecruisers, space pirates, charming robots, and other stunning builds from an amazing future!


The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Author: Nathan Sawaya

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2014-10-14

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1593275889

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Nathan Sawaya is renowned for his incredible, sometimes surreal, sculptures and portraits—all made from LEGO bricks. The Art of the Brick is a stunning, full-color showcase of the work that has made Sawaya the world’s most famous LEGO artist. Featuring hundreds of photos of his impressive art and behind-the-scenes details about how these creations came to be, The Art of the Brick is an inside look at how Sawaya transformed a toy into an art form. Follow one man’s unique obsession and see the amazing places it has taken him.


LEGO Friends: Jungle Adventure (Chapter Book #6)

LEGO Friends: Jungle Adventure (Chapter Book #6)

Author: Cathy Hapka

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2015-01-27

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 0545847958

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Join the LEGO(R) Friends on an exciting adventure in Heartlake City with this full-color chapter book based on the popular toy sets! There's always something exciting happening in the world of the LEGO(R) Friends! Join Mia, Emma, Stephanie, Olivia, and Andrea on another fun-filled adventure in beautiful Heartlake City. This chapter book will feature full-color artwork and a story based on the latest LEGO Friends toy sets.


The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide, 2nd Edition

The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide, 2nd Edition

Author: Allan Bedford

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2012-11-12

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1593274807

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What's the difference between a tile and a plate? Why isn't it a good idea to stack bricks in columns to make a wall? How do you build a LEGO mosaic or build at different scales? You’ll find the answers to these and other questions in The Unofficial LEGO Builder’s Guide. Now in full color, this brand-new edition of a well-loved favorite will show you how to:–Construct models that won't fall apart –Choose the right pieces and substitute when needed –Build to micro, jumbo, and miniland scale –Make playable board games out of LEGO pieces –Create photo mosaics and curved sculptures –Build a miniature space shuttle, a minifig-sized train station, and more Of course, the real fun of LEGO building lies in creating your own models—from choosing the subject to clicking that final brick into place. Learn how in The Unofficial LEGO Builder’s Guide. Includes the Brickopedia, a visual dictionary of nearly 300 of the most commonly used LEGO elements!


Brick Flicks

Brick Flicks

Author: Warren Elsmore

Publisher: Mitchell Beazley

Published: 2014-10-06

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781845339753

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From Ghost Busters to The Godfather, and Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz to Norman Bates in Psycho, here is a collection of the most iconic film moments and characters of all time, expertly built from LEGO. Following the international success of Brick City: Global Landmarks to Make from LEGO (which was translated into fifteen languages), Warren Elsmore returns with even more brilliant unofficial LEGO creations. A perfect gift for the LEGO enthusiast and the film fan alike, Brick Flicks contains more than 60 entertaining recreations of favourite movies, from musical numbers and shoot-outs, to romantic scenes and classic poster designs. The full-colour illustrations are accompanied by commentary on how they were made and interesting facts about the movies themselves. There are also instructions on how to replicate many of the scenes at home from your own LEGO collection. Whether you are just a beginner or a more advanced LEGO fan, this is a book you won't be able to put down!


Medieval LEGO

Medieval LEGO

Author: Greyson Beights

Publisher: No Starch Press

Published: 2015-09-01

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1593276508

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Medieval LEGO takes you through real English history in the middle ages with a unique twist, with every event illustrated by a tiny little LEGO scene. With contributions by medievalists and scholars, this book brings medieval history to life in a fun, kid-friendly way. Inside, you'll learn about events like the Battle of Hastings, the chartering of Oxford University, and the signing of the Magna Carta. You'll witness the infamous Black Death, and the Great Famine, and you'll read about famous historical figures like Robin Hood, Richard the Lionheart, Geoffrey Chaucer, and William the Conqueror. Grab your broadsword and turn the page to join the adventure.