Recognised internationally as one of the 20th century's great modernist innovators, Len Lye is most famous for his avant-garde experimental films and astonishing and playful kinetic sculptures. This timely and richly illustrated collection of essays considers Lye's place in modern art from a variety of fascinating and thought-provoking angles.
"The third substantial collection of essays to be devoted to Lye's work since 2000 ... The current publication coincides with Christchurch Art Gallery's exhibition Stopped Short by Wonder"--Introduction.