Description - Heath Robinson: Wonderful Contraptions and Extraordinary Inventions by William Heath Robinson
Whacky machines that should never exist are brought to life in this hilarious collection of cartoons from Heath Robinson. The name of this much-loved classic illustrator has entered the national vocabulary as a by-word for eccentric inventions and make-shift solutions. From wart removers to potato peelers to a magnetic spaghetti-stretching machine, this book shows us that there really can be a gadget for everything! Heath Robinson's sense of absurdity appeals across the generations. His love of ludicrous contraptions and genius for the fantastical continues to inspire, from the creaky props on old Doctor Who to the world of Wallace and Gromit. This is the first in a brand new series of popular themes showcasing his most memorable works, still highly relevant in today's gadget-crowded world.
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