Member-only story

From the Brick Have Come Homes, Churches, Schools, Communities, and Life: The Enduring Legacy of Lego

Geoffrey Blair

·10.5k Followers· Follow

Published in Adobe: From The Brick Have Come Homes Churches Schools Communities Life

4 min read · 2 weeks before

942 View Claps

94 Respond

Save

Listen

Lego is one of the most popular and enduring toys in history. It has been played with by generations of children around the world, and its iconic bricks have been used to create everything from simple structures to complex masterpieces.

Adobe: From the brick have come homes, churches, schools, communities, life.

by Roger Summers

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1138 KB
Lending	:	Enabled

In his new book, From The Brick Have Come Homes Churches Schools Communities Life, author Brian Ashcraft explores the history of Lego, from its humble beginnings to its global success. The book features stunning photography and in-depth interviews with Lego designers, historians, and fans. Ashcraft reveals the secrets behind Lego's success, and he shows how the toy has inspired creativity and imagination in people of all ages.

Ashcraft begins his book with a look at the early history of Lego. The company was founded in 1932 by Ole Kirk Christiansen, a Danish carpenter. Christiansen originally made wooden toys, but he switched to plastic in 1949 after seeing a machine that could mold plastic bricks. Christiansen's son, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, took over the company in 1957, and he is credited with developing the Lego brick as we know it today.

The Lego brick is a simple but brilliant design. It is made up of two interlocking studs, which allow it to be connected to other bricks in a variety of ways. This makes Lego bricks incredibly versatile, and they can be used to create an infinite number of structures. Lego bricks are also durable and long-lasting, which makes them ideal for play and learning.

Lego has become much more than just a toy. It has been used to create art, architecture, and even furniture. Lego has also been used in educational settings to teach children about science, technology, engineering, and math. The Lego Foundation, which is the charitable arm of the Lego Group, supports a variety of educational programs around the world.

In From The Brick Have Come Homes Churches Schools Communities Life, Ashcraft shows how Lego has had a profound impact on the world. Lego has inspired creativity and imagination in people of all ages, and it has helped to build communities and connect people around the world. Lego is a truly remarkable toy, and it is sure to continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.

Here are some of the highlights of the book:

Stunning photography of Lego creations from around the world
In-depth interviews with Lego designers, historians, and fans
A look at the history of Lego, from its humble beginnings to its global success
The secrets behind Lego's success
How Lego has inspired creativity and imagination in people of all ages

From The Brick Have Come Homes Churches Schools Communities Life is a must-read for anyone who loves Lego, or who is interested in the history of toys and play. It is a beautiful and inspiring book that will be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

Adobe: From the brick have come homes, churches, schools, communities, life.

by Roger Summers

5 out of 5