Jim Henson

"Sesame Street" and "The Muppet Show" introduced Jim Henson's Muppets to the world. A visionary, Henson always believed ... (more)

"Sesame Street" and "The Muppet Show" introduced Jim Henson's Muppets to the world. A visionary, Henson always believed that puppets could reach a wider audience. Henson's story celebrates and encourages creative thinking, determination, and courage. Full color. (less)

A comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of the famous puppeteer and creator of the Muppets. (more)

A comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of the famous puppeteer and creator of the Muppets. (less)

A comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of the famous puppeteer and creator of the Muppets. (more)

A comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of the famous puppeteer and creator of the Muppets. (less)

He was a gentle dreamer whose genial bearded visage was recognized around the world, but most people got to know him onl... (more)

He was a gentle dreamer whose genial bearded visage was recognized around the world, but most people got to know him only through the iconic characters born of his fertile imagination: Kermit the Frog, Bert and Ernie, Miss Piggy, Big Bird. The Muppets made Jim Henson a household name, but they were just part of his remarkable story. (less)

Also is insight into Henson's intensely private personal life: his Christian Science upbringing; his love of fast cars, ... (more)

Also is insight into Henson's intensely private personal life: his Christian Science upbringing; his love of fast cars, high-stakes gambling, and expensive art; and his weakness for women. Though an optimist by nature, Henson was haunted by the notion that he would not have time to do all the things he wanted to do in life--a fear that his heartbreaking final hours would prove all too well founded. An up-close look at the charmed life of a legend, Jim Henson gives the full measure to a man whose joyful genius transcended age, language, geography, and culture--and continues to beguile audiences worldwide. Advance praise for Jim Henson "I'm a rabid Jim Henson fan--his brilliant ideas spawned shows that entertained and educated millions, myself included. Jim Henson vibrantly delves into the magnificent man and his Muppet methods. It's an absolute must read!"--Neil Patrick Harris "Every Muppet fan has wondered who was behind the wide-mouthed, bug-eyed, furry creatures. Before now all we had was a credit line: Jim Henson. Now, with Brian Jay Jones's riveting Jim Henson, we have a nuanced portrait of the puppeteer--part genius inspired by his Mississippi Delta roots and his Christian Science faith, part flawed human with tastes too rich in everything from his art and cars to his women--that brings new understanding of and empathy for an icon of American popular culture."--Larry Tye, author of Satchel and Superman"-- (less)