Sixty Years of Light Work

When it was suggested to Andy Collier, who was largely responsible for nursing the original book through to its publication by Strand Lighting, that they attempt to put the title 'back into print', he was enthusiastic about the idea. Once again he has assisted the project along its path with his usual patience, and ETP thanks him and the small and esteemed group who have in various ways enabled them to put Fred's work back into print

The idea of including the complete Strand Catalogue of 1936 as an Appendix was down to the series editor John Offord. The intention is that it will be of interest to many readers, and in particular, when future students of entertainment technology grasp its importance, this decision will be vindicated