ISFA News, volume 1, no. ISFA News, Volume 1, no. The String Figures of Nauru Island. Watching these elaborate figures spring to life after so many years of non-being is truly enchanting.
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Since the last issue of our newsletter, ISFA has acquired eleven new members. Announcing Member Profiles String figure enthusiasts are a diverse group of individuals with an equally diverse range of interest in the subject. Some are fascinated by the artistic side of string figures the stories they tell, the personal interactions they foster. Others enjoy their scientific nature the implications of their geographic distribution, the mathematical principles associated with each design. Given the diversity of our group, Philip Noble has suggested we feature member profiles in future issues of ISFA News as a means of fostering communication.