Table of Contents:
Pictures of the Platonic Solids1. Background What is Modular Origami? What is the connection between modular origami and polyhedra? What is a polyhedron? What are the Platonic Solids? Short history of the Platonic Solids and Connections with math, science and art References, Links and Origami Societies2. Making the Models Definitions of Symbols Waterbomb or Triangle Base Triangles Hexagons3. Cubes The Jackson Cube The Sonobe Cube The Tile Cube Lewis Simon-Bennett Arnstein Cube with Windows4. Tetrahedra Simple chain of four equilateral triangles from a square Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module5. Octahedra Bob Neale's octahedron 6-piece octahedron skeleton Lewis Simon's original 2-piece Gyroscope module from a square Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module6. Dodecahedra Bob Neale-Lewis Simon 108 degree module Lewis Simon's 2-piece Gyroscope module from a triangle Simon Gurkewitz' Dimpled Dodecahedron7. Icosahedra Equilateral triangle module from a hexagon Equilateral triangle edge module

Publisher Marketing:
Whether or not you're familiar with traditional origami models, you're sure to be captivated by the fun and fascination of creating abstract geometric forms. This book by an expert paperfolder offers a clear, concise introduction to the special techniques for making beautiful, complex polyhedra models.
These 17 projects are based on the classic Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron. Folders at every level of experience, from absolute beginners to old hands, will appreciate the step-by-step diagrams and their detailed views of the models' assembly. Additional helpful features include photos of the complete models, background on the Platonic solids, and references.