Jim Henson: The Works - The Art, the Magic, the Imagination

Purchased as a gift for my mother and she loves it. Great photography and wonderful stories. A great find for any Muppet fan!

I first saw this beautiful book at a Jim Henson exhibit at the Smithsonian, and I really wanted it, but I didn't want to pay $40 for it. I'm so glad I found it here on Amazon for less.Jim Henson: The Works is like having that entire exhibit and then some with you at home.The book goes in chronological order, starting with Henson's childhood, his first TV show, Sam and Friends; his experimental films and other projects; Sesame Street; The Muppet Show; the Muppet Movies; the Dark Crystal and Labyrinth; The Storyteller; Muppet Vision 3D (which I saw in Disney World and loved!); Fraggle Rock, Muppet Babies, and more. It's fully illustrated, informative and gorgeous!If you only get one Jim Henson book, this should be the one.

It's hard to believe Jim Henson has now been gone for over 16 years. Christopher Finch's book stands as a great testament to Henson's amazingly prolific work and his larger-then-life existence. Despite Henson's natural shyness and reticence and quiet manner, the thing that strikes you in the book is how many lives this guy touched. He bestowed livelihoods on literally thousands of people. Their gratitude is expressed in these pages time and again in fervent, emotional recollections. To say Jim Henson inspired devotion only begins to get at what this guy meant to his family, friends and employees.My hat is off to Christopher Finch for this wonderful collection, which is still available here as a beautiful and hardily-constructed first-edition hardback. Mr. Finch gets an extra level of respect for the decision (of which he no doubt had a say) to keep his name off the dustcover front. He's graciously stepped aside to let the lights shine warmly on Jim Henson.

My 9 yo son - who is really into making puppets - loves this book. It is super detailed with great pictures. Has an adult-feel but engaging for the young as well.

I bought this for my fiance for Christmas. As a life long Muppet fan I really couldn't have gotten anything better. The book is chock full of gorgeous photos, tons of great stories, and I can't think of a better book to get a fan of Jim Henson's legacy. There were several photos that were so touching and full of love that I couldn't stop myself from crying. I can't recommend this enough. Jim Henson was a genius, pure and simple and this book is a glorious representation of his gifts to the world.

I got this book for my 10yr old. He gave this book 4 stars.

Bought for my daughter for her birthday, and she loves it! I worked once with Jim Henson and loved him!

Fantastic book!

A great allround book about the works of Jim Henson with a lot of nice pictures. My only complaint: it seems like Fraggle Rock has not had the highest priority in this book.

Es un libro que merece estar en la biblioteca, las descripción del la vida de Henson, así como de cada personaje permite mirar y apreciar la gran labor, ademas de generar un espacio dé creatividad… mi experiencia al comprar este libro ha sido muy buena, bien servicio y buen tiempo de entrega.

Great contents, photos and information are all great for big Jim Henson fans. Unfortunately, the corners of the book cover and pages are all a little dented and bent. Wish it had come in better condition.

Arrived early & came in perfect condition. Very pleased with the price and I'm so excited to see my mom's face when I give it to her. Anyone who is a Muppet aka Jim Henson fan should definitely give it a read.

Alles bestens, vielen Dank!