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Kalmbach Publishing Co.
Greenberg's Guides Lionel Trains Pocket Price Guide 2009 (Greenberg's Pocket Price Guide Lionel Trains, 1901 - 2009
by Kalmbach Publishing Company (Paperback)

Robert J. Osterhoff
Inside The Lionel Trains Fun Factory: The History of a Manufacturing Icon and The Place Where Childhood Dreams Were Made
by Project Roar Publishing (Hardcover)

Do you like Lionel toy trains? Enjoy corporate history? Or just want to take a nostalgic journey back to your childhood?Then Inside The Lionel Trains Fun Factory: The History of a Manufacturing Icon and The Place Where Childhood Dreams Were Made is for you delivering a fascinating trip through the rise, fall and rise again of Lionel, one of the manufacturing and pop icons in modern American life. The impeccable research by Lionel historian Robert J. Osterhoff, along with hundreds of unpublished photos and images, tells the history of Lionel's trains, factories, employees and business practices from the late 19th century until today.

David Doyle
Standard Catalog of American Flyer Trains
by Krause Publications (Paperback)

Highly sought-after model of trains, second only to Lionel, by 30,000+ collectors who attend the largest train show in the U.S., held twice a year in Pennsylvania. Is the ONLY full-color guide on the subject, serving the needs of toy train collectors who rely on detailed color photos to accurately identify trains. A bargain buy when first introduced as "Chicago Flyer," American Flyer trains rose to premier toy train status in the last half of the 20th century, and maintain the second spot today! The company's claim to fame, the S gauge train, is supported by the wide gauge and prewar HO and O gauge trains, in collector popularity, and this one-of-a-kind guide covers all three groups in extensive detail. The most comprehensive overview of the American Flyer line, this book follows the winning format of the Standard Catalog line of toy train references.

J. Michael Augustyniak
Collector's Encyclopedia of Barbie Doll 2008: Identification & Values (Collector's Encyclopedia of Barbie Doll Collector's Editions)
by Collector Books (Hardcover)

Angelo Vanbogart
Hot Wheels Forty Years (Hot Wheels (Krause Publications))
by Krause Publications (Hardcover)

Presented in a big, beautiful photographic format worthy of the "biggest" little collector cars ever made. Great "anniversary" gift for anyone celebrating Hot Wheels' 40th anniversary in 2008 If you're a collector of the ultra cool, sensationally sleek and super speedy Hot Wheels, you are in for a treat with Hot Wheels: Forty Years. This big, beautiful coffee table book tells the story of these miniature marvels through more than 600 stunning color photos, and historical details including company history, interviews with Mattel designers, major developments and trends. All the attitude and innovation of these revolutionary pocket-sized racers - Redlines, Blackwalls, Number Pack Vehicles, Prototypes and more, is captured in the pages of this must-have reference.

Mark Bellomo
Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994
by Krause Publications (Paperback)

Introduced in the 1980s, the 3 3/4-inch G.I. Joe became an instant hit. Today, the first run of these action figures (1982-1994) has become one of the hottest collectibles in the toy-collecting hobby. The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994 is the must-have resource for enthusiasts, with more coverage than any other book available. This comprehensive, full-color reference features 1,000 brilliant photos, identification information and current collector pricing for 350 action figures and 240 vehicles and accessories. -The most comprehensive coverage available anywhere -1,000 full color, detailed photos -Coverage of 350 action figures and 240 vehicles and accessories, with current pricing and identification information

Tim Walsh
Wham-O Super-Book: Celebrating 60 Years Inside the Fun Factory
by Chronicle Books (Paperback)

Wham-O's irresistible toys practically define childhood for an entire generation. The Frisbee Hula Hoop SuperBall Slip 'N Slide Silly String and Hacky Sack are all cherished companions that brought kids together and still enjoy an enduring popularity today. Super-Book ("the most fantastic book ever created by science") showcases these amazing toys and a wide array of entertaining and downright odd playthings dreamed up by a company started by two childhood friends. Released in time for the 60th anniversary of Wham-O and featuring an engaging history of each plaything colorful vintage packaging and ads as well as photographs of the toys this boisterous book is sure to inspire nostalgia and a trip to the nearest park Frisbee in hand.

Felicia Browell, Kelly Kesicki, Kelly Korber-Weimer
Breyer Animal Collector's Guide: Identification and Values
by Collector Books (Paperback)

This second edition will prove popular, with a gallery of over 500 colour photos, dates, value ranges, and other vital information about virtually every Breyer animal made to date, including special run models. It also gives the collector information on the hobby, the company, molds, and showing horses in contests.

Mark Bellomo
Transformers: Identification and Price Guide
by Krause Publications (Paperback)

Transformers: Identification and Price Guide is the ultimate reference for all Generation One (G1) Transformers figures released from 1984-1990. Featuring more than 1,200 color photographs, this unparalleled guide presents every character in robot and alternate modes with accessories. Individual character biographies are presented from the original Tech Specs and also include function, personal motto, and ability scores. Notes on character history-as presented in the Sunbow cartoon series and Marvel comic books-are complemented by expert commentary on character attributes and popularity on today's secondary market. Current values for all figures in varying condition grades assist collectors in determining the value of their collections. Collectors, toy dealers, casual fans, and everyone who staged basement battles between the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons need an accurate identification and price guide to decipher the more than 300 G1 ...

Alison Trulock
Wee Little Garden Gnome (Running Press miniature editions)
by Running Press Miniature Editions (Paperback) (Release Date: 2005-05-03)

Following the success of our popular Pink Flamingos Gift Set, this humorous little incarnation of the classic, kitschy lawn ornament will be at home anywhere from the backyard posy patch to the office desktop. Rumored to bring a bit o' luck to the owner, the colorful garden gnome will, at the very least, bring a smile.

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