4 comments about Tomart's Price Guide to Hot Wheels: 1968-1997.

1. This book has been long awaited by the veteran and the novice Hot Wheel collector. Mike Strauss is assumed the "all knowing" Mr. Hot Wheel. This book with the previous, is the most comprehensive and detailed book on the collection since its conception. It would be impossible to conceive the cost to photograph each vehicle and give detailed definition should the collector assume such an endeavor. This book will be an added collector piece to the actual Hot Wheel vehicles. Thanks, Mike



2. If you ever had any Hotwheels as a kid and have have wondered what they would be worth now, or how many colors and versions there were this is the book. Hundreds of color photographs and wheel variations through the years along with current values. Quite a bargain, excellent investment.



3. Lots of great pictures, but the pricing levels are very arbitrary. Also, there are a few errors in the guide as to the existance and availability of some cars.



4. This book gives you a great history lesson on Hot Wheels. The photos are great too! Good for the new comer.

No comments about Steiff: Teddy Bears, Dolls, and Toys With Prices.

No comments about Nativity: Cre*ches of the World.

1 comments about The Half-Doll With Related Items, Makers & Values VOLUME 1.

1. Marc and Shona have picked up where earlier books of the 1970's left off.
   The half dolls showcased in their book are identified, some history is given along with maker's marks, and the whole thing is well thought out.
   Given the recurring popularity of half dolls (they've never really disappeared) the creativity that was expressed in their design by German and French firms of the late 1800's-1930's is tremendous. The factories put emphasis on the finely detailed crafting of these porcelain pieces. Coincidentally, the timing and high point of half doll sculpting is around the time the Bauhaus art movement was in full flower.
   Soon thereafter the German factories were nationalized for war efforts.
   These wonderful little ladies and gents were all but forgotten until the early books by Marion & Werner were written.
   Marc & Shona know their half dolls! The book is well-written, thoughtfully organized and keeps the fun in it's presentation. They've covered a wide variety of half dolls from around the world. Their second volume continues the thread through some lesser known firms.
   Good job! Enjoyable read for the serious (and not-so-serious) doll collector.

1 comments about Dolls for the Princesses: The Story of France and Marianne.

1. This book has stunning pictures of this whole unique doll clothes collection. Beautiful book to enjoy looking through. Has interest especially for fashion history from the 1920-1930s France.
   
   Barbara

1 comments about The Complete * Unauthorized Guide to Vintage Barbie Dolls*r & Fashions: With Barbie*r & Skipper*r Fashions and the Whole Family of Barbie Dolls*r (Schiffer Book for Collectors).

1. There are many reasons why I disliked the book I will try to list them and be brief --- I stand by the books I recomend in my Listmanias & the How to Guide...
   
   1) All the items are listed, but MANY/MOST of them are NOT Pictured. THis is salvaged because you get a list of all the parts that come with that item. --- There are many pages with NO pictures.
   
   2) It has a price guide, I really dislike price guides as they usually never reflect the real market values; and tend to distort them.
   
   3) The pictures that it does have don't illustrate well the fashion - you see it on a doll - which would make a lovely picture book - but this is a reference, I want to see the details of the fashion and you can't see it if its dressed (ex. the Friday Night Date underdress).
   
   4) Not all dolls are pictured, the ones that are there have good shots, but I would also have explained how to tell all the PTs appart [including face close ups - there are no face close ups], also I would explain in a bit more detail Japanesse, European & Rare items [I mention them because they appear listed in the book]
   
   5) I was looking to have the 3 books I use the most in one tome -- but this is not it. [[1] Face of the American Dream: Barbie Doll 1959-1971 by Christopher Varaste , [2] Barbie Fashion: Vol. 1, 1959-1967 (Barbie Doll Fashion) by Sarah Sink Eames and [3] The Ultimate Barbie Doll Book by Marcie Melillo ]

1 comments about Encyclopedia of Children's Sewing Collectibles: Identification & Values: Sewing Sets, Dolls, Books, Patterns.

1. From dolls and books to patterns and sewing sets, Encyclopedia of Children's Sewing Collectibles is an excellent collector's reference and packs in an amazing variety of color photos of antique kids' sewing items. The latest values accompany these color photos, along with reviews of the contents of kids' sewing kits and manufacturer details.

No comments about The Desktop Aquarium: Just Add Water! (Mega Mini Kits).

No comments about The Products of Binns Road Vol 1 (The Hornby Companion Series , Vol 1).

3 comments about World Colors Dolls & Dresses (World Colors).

1. The only book I have ever found about folk dolls only. The pictures are great, the information about dresses is complete. My only wish is to find the same kind of book about more "modern" dolls. This book mostly deals with dolls from museums and does not give many tips about where to find good folk dolls today. Looking forward to reading Volume2!



2. Being in the doll business ourselves, and specializing in ethnic dolls, (PattycakeDoll.com) we are always looking to find books with information in this category. This book fits the bill perfectly. Great pictures, large format, lots of countries. Nice feature is they often have photographs of people in their native costumes to compare to the doll's dress.



3. I found this while browsing for some world costume books. I make cloth art dolls so was amazed this book got past me - I hadn't heard of it before. I have thoroughly enjoyed it and have passed it around to friends. It's simply stunningly beautiful and has great information besides. I'm glad I got mine at such a great price, now that it's remaindered, but it's kind of too bad, as the authors and publisher did such a great job on it. I like to see good books rewarded - and this is a genuinely good book.