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Barbie and Ruth

The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her

de Robin Gerber ...

“Barbie and her creator, the sharp-elbowed gal who built the biggest toy company, have a story to tell.” —TimeBarbie and Ruth is the remarkable true story of the world’s most famous toy and the woman who created her. It is a fascinating account of how one visionary woman and her product changed an industry and sparked a lasting debate about women’s roles. At once a business book, a colorful ... Leer más

$9.49 USD

“Barbie and her creator, the sharp-elbowed gal who built the biggest toy company, have a story to tell.” —TimeBarbie and Ruth is the remarkable true story of the world’s most famous toy and the woman who created her. It is a fascinating account of how one visionary woman and her product changed an industry and sparked a lasting debate about women’s roles. At once a business book, a colorful
... Leer más
You Don't Own Me

The Court Battles That Exposed Barbie's Dark Side

de Orly Lobel ...

“A hair-raising account of a Barbie Dreamhouse-size Jarndyce and Jarndyce.”—Jill Lepore, The New YorkerThis provocative work spotlights the legal battles between behemoth Mattel and audacious MGA over incredibly successful toys and the ownership of an idea. Law professor Orly Lobel deeply researched this riveting story, interviewing those involved, to draw attention to the contentious debate over ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

“A hair-raising account of a Barbie Dreamhouse-size Jarndyce and Jarndyce.”—Jill Lepore, The New YorkerThis provocative work spotlights the legal battles between behemoth Mattel and audacious MGA over incredibly successful toys and the ownership of an idea. Law professor Orly Lobel deeply researched this riveting story, interviewing those involved, to draw attention to the contentious debate over
... Leer más
The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket

An Unauthorized History of Mattel's Micro Moneymaker

de Maude Campbell, Amy Greenbank ...

Polly Pocket was a toy that took the big world of dolls and put it in a tiny compact. Now The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket takes the big world of toy making into a little book.Within its pages is the history of a line that revolutionized the toy shelves from its inception and release in the 90s to its resurgence nearly a decade later, all the way to its ongoing legacy as a toy of infinite ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

Polly Pocket was a toy that took the big world of dolls and put it in a tiny compact. Now The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket takes the big world of toy making into a little book.Within its pages is the history of a line that revolutionized the toy shelves from its inception and release in the 90s to its resurgence nearly a decade later, all the way to its ongoing legacy as a toy of infinite
... Leer más
An American Girl Anthology

Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe

Edición de Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, KC Hysmith ...

Series series Cultures of Childhood
Winner of the 2026 Susan Koppleman Award for Best Anthology, Multi-Authored, or Edited Book in Feminist Studies in Popular and American Culture awarded by the Popular Culture AssociationContributions by Mary Berman, Mary M. Burke, Abigail C. Fine, Juliette Holder, KC Hysmith, Mackenzie Kwok, Esther Martin, Hannah Matthews, Janine B. Napierkowski, Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, Samantha Pickette, ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Winner of the 2026 Susan Koppleman Award for Best Anthology, Multi-Authored, or Edited Book in Feminist Studies in Popular and American Culture awarded by the Popular Culture AssociationContributions by Mary Berman, Mary M. Burke, Abigail C. Fine, Juliette Holder, KC Hysmith, Mackenzie Kwok, Esther Martin, Hannah Matthews, Janine B. Napierkowski, Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler, Samantha Pickette,
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Anatomy of a Doll

The Fabric Sculptor's Handbook

de Susanna Oroyan ...

"At last! A complete book on doll design and soft sculpture has been written." —Virginia Robertson, designer and publisherMaster dollmaker Susanna Oroyan gives you the definitive book on fabric sculpting. Anatomy of a Doll is packed with an abundance of exquisite photographs that capture the best work from dollmakers today. Detailed step-by-step illustrations for an incredible variety of cloth ... Leer más

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"At last! A complete book on doll design and soft sculpture has been written." —Virginia Robertson, designer and publisherMaster dollmaker Susanna Oroyan gives you the definitive book on fabric sculpting. Anatomy of a Doll is packed with an abundance of exquisite photographs that capture the best work from dollmakers today. Detailed step-by-step illustrations for an incredible variety of cloth
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British Dolls of the 1950s

de Susan Brewer ...

Photos, descriptions, and fascinating history for dedicated doll collectors.In the 1950s, a new material—plastic—revolutionized the doll trade and made dolls affordable for people of all classes. This book focuses specifically on British dolls of that decade, offering not only useful information for collectors but a glimpse into the history and culture that surrounded these cherished toys.Along ... Leer más

$8.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Photos, descriptions, and fascinating history for dedicated doll collectors.In the 1950s, a new material—plastic—revolutionized the doll trade and made dolls affordable for people of all classes. This book focuses specifically on British dolls of that decade, offering not only useful information for collectors but a glimpse into the history and culture that surrounded these cherished toys.Along
... Leer más
Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s: Volume II Grizzly Adams to Play-Doh

Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s, #2

de Jonathon Jones ...

Series Libro 2 - Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s
With over 550 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the second book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

With over 550 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the second book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone
... Leer más
Make Cloth Dolls

A Foolproof Way to Sew Fabric Friends

de Terese Cato ...

Create dolls with personality from head to toe with tips from the self-taught artist, weaver, woodworker, and author of Needle Felting.A step-by-step visual guide to making a lighthearted and charming collectible for the doll-lovers you know! Bring these endearing characters to life with patterns you can personalize for a chef, gardener, knitter, mother, scrapbooker, shopper, or lover of all ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Create dolls with personality from head to toe with tips from the self-taught artist, weaver, woodworker, and author of Needle Felting.A step-by-step visual guide to making a lighthearted and charming collectible for the doll-lovers you know! Bring these endearing characters to life with patterns you can personalize for a chef, gardener, knitter, mother, scrapbooker, shopper, or lover of all
... Leer más
A Picture Book of Dolls and Dolls' Houses

de Various ...

This vintage book is a pictorial catalogue of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century dolls and dolls' houses, republished here in a modern edition with its original pictures and text. Containing authentic photographs and details of origins, this little volume will be of utility to doll enthusiasts, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This vintage book is a pictorial catalogue of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century dolls and dolls' houses, republished here in a modern edition with its original pictures and text. Containing authentic photographs and details of origins, this little volume will be of utility to doll enthusiasts, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as
... Leer más
Designing the Doll

From Concept to Construction

de Susanna Oroyan ...

The author of Anatomy of a Doll "gives us a gift by distilling the spirits found in doll/figure art . . . then explains the fundamentals to pave the way" (Barbara Campbell, editor of Soft Dolls & Animals!).Advance your dollmaking skills with this in-depth guide by master-dollmaker Susanna Oroyan! Susanna introduces you to her concept of "imaginative engineering" with a collection of design ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The author of Anatomy of a Doll "gives us a gift by distilling the spirits found in doll/figure art . . . then explains the fundamentals to pave the way" (Barbara Campbell, editor of Soft Dolls & Animals!).Advance your dollmaking skills with this in-depth guide by master-dollmaker Susanna Oroyan! Susanna introduces you to her concept of "imaginative engineering" with a collection of design
... Leer más
Ebay and Beyond: What’s Hot and What’s Not In Antiques and Collectibles

de Jonathon Jones ...

This comprehensive summary, combining text and over 275 images, will take you on a journey encompassing fifteen intense years of online buying and selling experience, and will cover a wide range of antiques and collectibles, from early 18th century porcelain to 1980s action figures, discussing what is hot and what is not for 2014 and beyond.The categories discussed are as follows: Glass, Pottery, ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This comprehensive summary, combining text and over 275 images, will take you on a journey encompassing fifteen intense years of online buying and selling experience, and will cover a wide range of antiques and collectibles, from early 18th century porcelain to 1980s action figures, discussing what is hot and what is not for 2014 and beyond.The categories discussed are as follows: Glass, Pottery,
... Leer más
On Dolls

Edición de Kenneth Gross ...

Some of the greatest thinkers and writers of our age meditate on play and the mysteries of inanimate life.This unusual literary collection contains writings from Baudelaire, Kleist, Rilke, Freud, Kafka, Walter Benjamin, Bruno Schulz, Elizabeth Bishop, Dennis Silk, and Marina Warner.The essays and reflections explore the seriousness of play and the mysteries of inanimate life - 'the unknown, spaces ... Leer más

$10.99 USD

Some of the greatest thinkers and writers of our age meditate on play and the mysteries of inanimate life.This unusual literary collection contains writings from Baudelaire, Kleist, Rilke, Freud, Kafka, Walter Benjamin, Bruno Schulz, Elizabeth Bishop, Dennis Silk, and Marina Warner.The essays and reflections explore the seriousness of play and the mysteries of inanimate life - 'the unknown, spaces
... Leer más
Barbie Takes the Catwalk

A Style Icon's History in Fashion

de Karan Feder ...

Barbie has always been a fashion icon, with a wardrobe of looks inspired by the world’s great fashion designers, and inspiring them as well with her signature style. From decade-defining designs by formidable fashion royalty such as Dior, Balenciaga, Yves St. Laurent, Pucci, and Chanel, to skateboard culture and rave fashion, Barbie doll’s outfits have reflected the fashion and the time. In Barbie ... Leer más

$18.99 USD

Barbie has always been a fashion icon, with a wardrobe of looks inspired by the world’s great fashion designers, and inspiring them as well with her signature style. From decade-defining designs by formidable fashion royalty such as Dior, Balenciaga, Yves St. Laurent, Pucci, and Chanel, to skateboard culture and rave fashion, Barbie doll’s outfits have reflected the fashion and the time. In Barbie
... Leer más
The Automatic Toy Works

Manufacturers of the Best Novelties in Mechanical and Other Toys

de Automatic Toy Works ...

The Automatic Toy Works: Manufacturers of the Best Novelties in Mechanical and Other Toys is a fascinating historical catalog that offers a vivid glimpse into the world of late 19th-century toy manufacturing. Published by the Automatic Toy Works company, this book serves as both a promotional piece and a comprehensive showcase of their innovative products. Within its pages, readers will discover ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

The Automatic Toy Works: Manufacturers of the Best Novelties in Mechanical and Other Toys is a fascinating historical catalog that offers a vivid glimpse into the world of late 19th-century toy manufacturing. Published by the Automatic Toy Works company, this book serves as both a promotional piece and a comprehensive showcase of their innovative products. Within its pages, readers will discover
... Leer más
Collect Value Divest

de Elizabeth Stewart ...

Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, a seasoned appraiser, shares her secrets of the art and antique marketplace. Learn what appraisers don’t want you to know—all the tools to assess value, beauty, provenance, and quality.These real-life cases and rich images instruct on all the Do’s and Don’ts; how, what, and where to collect, the next big thing; clues to identification and worth; online tools for value; how ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, a seasoned appraiser, shares her secrets of the art and antique marketplace. Learn what appraisers don’t want you to know—all the tools to assess value, beauty, provenance, and quality.These real-life cases and rich images instruct on all the Do’s and Don’ts; how, what, and where to collect, the next big thing; clues to identification and worth; online tools for value; how
... Leer más
Harrods for Everything

de Harrods Ltd. ...

Harrods for Everything is a comprehensive and fascinating catalog published by the world-renowned Harrods department store in London, dating from the early 20th century. This book offers a vivid snapshot of Edwardian consumer culture, showcasing the extraordinary range of goods and services available from Harrods at the time. Spanning hundreds of pages, the catalog features detailed descriptions ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

Harrods for Everything is a comprehensive and fascinating catalog published by the world-renowned Harrods department store in London, dating from the early 20th century. This book offers a vivid snapshot of Edwardian consumer culture, showcasing the extraordinary range of goods and services available from Harrods at the time. Spanning hundreds of pages, the catalog features detailed descriptions
... Leer más
Investing in G.I. Joes

de Russel Ison ...

From starting out as mere kid's entertainment but successful and popular toys, G.I. Joe action figures, vehicles and other accessories have become very profitable investment items now whose values can range to the thousands. Decades have passed but these toys are still very much collector's items inspiring the new kids of today and the adults who grew up with them. With the revitalization of their ... Leer más

$0.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

From starting out as mere kid's entertainment but successful and popular toys, G.I. Joe action figures, vehicles and other accessories have become very profitable investment items now whose values can range to the thousands. Decades have passed but these toys are still very much collector's items inspiring the new kids of today and the adults who grew up with them. With the revitalization of their
... Leer más
Barbie IRL (In Real Life)

Honestly, Same.

de Kristen Mulrooney ...

Barbie has never been more relatable than in this officially licensed laugh-out-loud book that pairs real-world thoughts with images from the mega-popular @barbiestyle Instagram.“And then he said it’s just a dog’s birthday party.”“Dump him.”Barbie isn’t perfect—far from it. Honestly, she’s just like us. Barbie has bad hair days. She's late to work (that oat latte had nothing to do with it). ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

Barbie has never been more relatable than in this officially licensed laugh-out-loud book that pairs real-world thoughts with images from the mega-popular @barbiestyle Instagram.“And then he said it’s just a dog’s birthday party.”“Dump him.”Barbie isn’t perfect—far from it. Honestly, she’s just like us. Barbie has bad hair days. She's late to work (that oat latte had nothing to do with it).
... Leer más
The Official American Girl Cookbook

Fancy Food and Cocktails for Grown-Up Fans

de Tara McNamara ...

Fans of American Girl rejoice—this book filled with 60 recipes of delicious cocktails, mocktails, snacks, and entrees, accompanied by beautiful illustrations and full-color images, is for everyone who grew up inspired by the world and magic of American Girl dolls.Whether you had a Historical Character doll, a Girl of the Year, or a Truly Me, this cookbook will take you back to your childhood. The ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

Fans of American Girl rejoice—this book filled with 60 recipes of delicious cocktails, mocktails, snacks, and entrees, accompanied by beautiful illustrations and full-color images, is for everyone who grew up inspired by the world and magic of American Girl dolls.Whether you had a Historical Character doll, a Girl of the Year, or a Truly Me, this cookbook will take you back to your childhood. The
... Leer más
Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s: Volume III Pocket Super Heroes to Star Trek : The Motion Picture

Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s, #3

de Jonathon Jones ...

Series Libro 3 - Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s
With over 275 pictures and over 50 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the third book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

With over 275 pictures and over 50 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the third book in a series that will help to define what 70s playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or someone
... Leer más
Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s: Volume I Action Jackson to Gre-Gory the Bat

Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s, #1

de Jonathon Jones ...

Series Libro 1 - Toys, Games, and Action Figure Collectibles of the 1970s
Chock full of 800 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the first book in a series that will help to define what 70's playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Chock full of 800 pictures and over 75 categories that cover boy and girl toys both, this is the first book in a series that will help to define what 70's playtime was all about. From action figures to general toys to games, this guidebook will give visual examples as well as a checklist on a wide variety of items that were produced during this fantastic decade. Whether you're a collector or
... Leer más
Consumed Nostalgia

Memory in the Age of Fast Capitalism

de Gary Cross ...

Nostalgia isn't what it used to be. For many of us, modern memory is shaped less by a longing for the social customs and practices of the past or for family heirlooms handed down over generations and more by childhood encounters with ephemeral commercial goods and fleeting media moments in our age of fast capitalism. This phenomenon has given rise to communities of nostalgia whose members remain ... Leer más

$28.99 USD

Nostalgia isn't what it used to be. For many of us, modern memory is shaped less by a longing for the social customs and practices of the past or for family heirlooms handed down over generations and more by childhood encounters with ephemeral commercial goods and fleeting media moments in our age of fast capitalism. This phenomenon has given rise to communities of nostalgia whose members remain
... Leer más
What Philately Teaches

A Lecture Delivered before the Section on Philately of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, February 24, 1899

de John Nicholas Luff ...

What Philately Teaches: A Lecture Delivered before the Section on Philately of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, February 24, 1899, is a fascinating exploration into the world of stamp collecting and its broader educational value. Authored by John N. Luff, a renowned philatelist of his time, this book delves into the multifaceted lessons that philately imparts to its enthusiasts. Luff ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

What Philately Teaches: A Lecture Delivered before the Section on Philately of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, February 24, 1899, is a fascinating exploration into the world of stamp collecting and its broader educational value. Authored by John N. Luff, a renowned philatelist of his time, this book delves into the multifaceted lessons that philately imparts to its enthusiasts. Luff
... Leer más
A Book of Marionettes

de Helen Haiman Joseph ...

This vintage book contains an fantastic treatise on puppets and marionettes of the world, looking at the history of puppets and puppet shows enjoyed in Europe, England, America and many other countries. With authentic photographs and a wealth of fascinating information from ancient puppets to instructions for construction, this volume will be of considerable utility to both puppeteers and ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This vintage book contains an fantastic treatise on puppets and marionettes of the world, looking at the history of puppets and puppet shows enjoyed in Europe, England, America and many other countries. With authentic photographs and a wealth of fascinating information from ancient puppets to instructions for construction, this volume will be of considerable utility to both puppeteers and
... Leer más

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