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The LEGO Story

How a Little Toy Sparked the World’s Imagination

by Jens Andersen ...

An International Bestseller“Absolutely essential reading for every LEGO fan.” —BlocksThe definitive history of LEGO, based on unprecedented access to the company’s archives and rare interviews with the founding family who still owns the company"This book tells the story of how my family built the LEGO brand." —Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen, former President/CEO of the LEGO Group and 3rd generation ... Read more

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An International Bestseller“Absolutely essential reading for every LEGO fan.” —BlocksThe definitive history of LEGO, based on unprecedented access to the company’s archives and rare interviews with the founding family who still owns the company"This book tells the story of how my family built the LEGO brand." —Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen, former President/CEO of the LEGO Group and 3rd generation
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The A-Z of Commodore Amiga Games: Volume 2

by Kieren Hawken ...

Series Book 37 - The A-Z of Retro Gaming
The A-Z of Commodore Amiga Games: Volume 2 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the mid 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Amiga range and how it became one of the most popular home computers of all time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Commodore Amiga Games: Volume 2 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the mid 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Amiga range and how it became one of the most popular home computers of all time.
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Moby-Duck

The True Story of 28,800 Bath Toys Lost at Sea & of the Beachcombers, Oceanographers, Environmentalists & Fools Including the Author Who Went in Search of Them

by Donovan Hohn ...

Selected by The New York Times Book Review as a Notable Book of the Year A revelatory tale of science, adventure, and modern myth.When the writer Donovan Hohn heard of the mysterious loss of thousands of bath toys at sea, he figured he would interview a few oceanographers, talk to a few beachcombers, and read up on Arctic science and geography. But questions can be like ocean currents: wade in too ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Selected by The New York Times Book Review as a Notable Book of the Year A revelatory tale of science, adventure, and modern myth.When the writer Donovan Hohn heard of the mysterious loss of thousands of bath toys at sea, he figured he would interview a few oceanographers, talk to a few beachcombers, and read up on Arctic science and geography. But questions can be like ocean currents: wade in too
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Barbie and Ruth

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

by 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 ... Read more

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“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
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LEGO Space: 1978-1992

by LEGO, Tim Johnson ...

**EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF LEGO® SPACE!An oversized full-color hardcover volume exploring the birth and early life of LEGO Space—the iconic toy line that inspired imagination and exploration the world over!**LEGO toys have sparked creativity and joy for generations, delighting families with each and every new connection. Now, LEGO Space: 1978–1992 explores the latter half of the twentieth century ... Read more

$29.99 USD

**EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF LEGO® SPACE!An oversized full-color hardcover volume exploring the birth and early life of LEGO Space—the iconic toy line that inspired imagination and exploration the world over!**LEGO toys have sparked creativity and joy for generations, delighting families with each and every new connection. Now, LEGO Space: 1978–1992 explores the latter half of the twentieth century
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Ultimate LEGO Star Wars

by Andrew Becraft, Chris Malloy ...

The definitive guide to the LEGO® Star Wars™ universe, showcasing the vast collection of LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures released over the last 20 years.This is a complete, unrivaled encyclopedia of the LEGO Star Wars theme. Fans will have an all-encompassing companion to the LEGO Star Wars cultural phenomenon. Produced in large format and featuring beautiful imagery, this is an indispensable ... Read more

$14.99 USD

The definitive guide to the LEGO® Star Wars™ universe, showcasing the vast collection of LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures released over the last 20 years.This is a complete, unrivaled encyclopedia of the LEGO Star Wars theme. Fans will have an all-encompassing companion to the LEGO Star Wars cultural phenomenon. Produced in large format and featuring beautiful imagery, this is an indispensable
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The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games: Volume 2

by Kieren Hawken ...

The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games: Volume 2 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the early 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Commodore 64 computer and how it became one of the most popular computers of all time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games: Volume 2 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the early 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Commodore 64 computer and how it became one of the most popular computers of all time.
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The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games: Volume 1

by Kieren Hawken ...

Series Book 24 - The A-Z of Retro Gaming
The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the early 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Commodore 64 computer and how it became one of the most popular computers of all time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Commodore 64 Games features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the early 80s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Commodore 64 computer and how it became one of the most popular computers of all time.
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Hot Wheels: Garage of Legends

A Photographic Guide to Life-Size Versions of Your Favorite Die-Cast Cars

by Weldon Owen ...

"Each car is featured in large, exceptionally fine photos, which show off the lines and details of these fabulous fantasy vehicles, both inside and out." — Classic AmericanEvery year, the legendary Hot Wheels toy company holds its "Garage of Legends" contest, in which fans around America compete to have their unique concept car be the next added to the collection. The contest winners and other ... Read more

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"Each car is featured in large, exceptionally fine photos, which show off the lines and details of these fabulous fantasy vehicles, both inside and out." — Classic AmericanEvery year, the legendary Hot Wheels toy company holds its "Garage of Legends" contest, in which fans around America compete to have their unique concept car be the next added to the collection. The contest winners and other
... Read more
The A-Z of Nintendo Game Boy Games: Volume 1

by Kieren Hawken ...

Series Book 12 - The A-Z of Retro Gaming
The A-Z of Nintendo Game Boy Games: Volume 1 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in 1989 to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Nintendo Game Boy and how it became one of the most popular consoles of all-time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Nintendo Game Boy Games: Volume 1 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in 1989 to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Nintendo Game Boy and how it became one of the most popular consoles of all-time.
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Farnell Teddy Bears

by Kathy Martin ...

Series series British Collectable Toys Series
One of the world's foremost teddy bear experts delves into the history of the famous brand that inspired Winnie-the-Pooh.The family firm of J. K. Farnell & Co. Ltd. occupies a position of unparalleled importance in British soft toy history, firstly because it was the very first British toy company to manufacture teddy bears, and also because it created the actual bear that inspired A. A. Milne to ... Read more

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One of the world's foremost teddy bear experts delves into the history of the famous brand that inspired Winnie-the-Pooh.The family firm of J. K. Farnell & Co. Ltd. occupies a position of unparalleled importance in British soft toy history, firstly because it was the very first British toy company to manufacture teddy bears, and also because it created the actual bear that inspired A. A. Milne to
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Playmakers

The Jewish Entrepreneurs Who Created the Toy Industry in America

by Michael Kimmel ...

The untold story of the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who literally manufactured “the century of the child.”In 1902, Morris and Rose Michtom invented the Teddy Bear—bound by clothing scraps, stuffed with sawdust, and given button eyes with a sad, longing expression—in the back room of their Brooklyn candy store. Together they launched the Ideal Toy Corporation, joining a set of other ... Read more

$20.24 USD

The untold story of the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who literally manufactured “the century of the child.”In 1902, Morris and Rose Michtom invented the Teddy Bear—bound by clothing scraps, stuffed with sawdust, and given button eyes with a sad, longing expression—in the back room of their Brooklyn candy store. Together they launched the Ideal Toy Corporation, joining a set of other
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Brick Flicks

A Comprehensive Guide to Making Your Own Stop-Motion LEGO Movies

by Sarah Herman ...

Ideal choice for fans of the LEGO movie who want to try stop-motion animation in their own moviesProvides practical tips on how to film using stop-motion animationProfessional advice on art, lighting, effects, and moreDid you love the LEGO movie? Are you inspired by Alfred Hitchcock and other professional filmmakers? Would you like to learn how to use the LEGO blocks in your house for more than ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Ideal choice for fans of the LEGO movie who want to try stop-motion animation in their own moviesProvides practical tips on how to film using stop-motion animationProfessional advice on art, lighting, effects, and moreDid you love the LEGO movie? Are you inspired by Alfred Hitchcock and other professional filmmakers? Would you like to learn how to use the LEGO blocks in your house for more than
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Life in Miniature

A History of Dolls' Houses

by Nicola Lisle ...

A "comprehensive and enjoyable" guide to the centuries-long history of dolls' houses and how they illuminate our past ( Books Monthly).Dolls' houses are tiny slices of social history that give us a fascinating glimpse into domestic life over the last three hundred years. Through text and photos, Nicola Lisle explores the origins and history of dolls' houses and their furnishings, from the earliest ... Read more

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A "comprehensive and enjoyable" guide to the centuries-long history of dolls' houses and how they illuminate our past ( Books Monthly).Dolls' houses are tiny slices of social history that give us a fascinating glimpse into domestic life over the last three hundred years. Through text and photos, Nicola Lisle explores the origins and history of dolls' houses and their furnishings, from the earliest
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Panther Medium Tank

German Army and Waffen SS Eastern Front Summer, 1943

by Dennis Oliver ...

Series series TankCraft
In July 1943 the German army launched what was to be its last major offensive on Soviet soil. Codenamed Operation Citadel, the attack had initially been scheduled to commence in May but was postponed by Hitler on a number of occasions to allow the divisions in the East to be reinforced and to ensure that the new Panther tanks could be deployed. In the fifth book on the Panther in this series ... Read more

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In July 1943 the German army launched what was to be its last major offensive on Soviet soil. Codenamed Operation Citadel, the attack had initially been scheduled to commence in May but was postponed by Hitler on a number of occasions to allow the divisions in the East to be reinforced and to ensure that the new Panther tanks could be deployed. In the fifth book on the Panther in this series
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The A-Z of Atari 8-bit Games: Volume 3

by Kieren Hawken ...

Series Book 6 - The A-Z of Retro Gaming
The A-Z of Atari 8-bit Games: Volume 3 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the late 70s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Atari 8-bit computers and how it became one of the popular computers of all time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Atari 8-bit Games: Volume 3 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases in the late 70s to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the Atari 8-bit computers and how it became one of the popular computers of all time.
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Teddy Bear Chronicles

by Xi Xi ...

This is a most unusual book. For several decades Xi Xi has been widely known for her award-winning poetry and fiction. This time, she has chosen to write about the teddy bears she began making in 2005, after treatment for cancer, in order to improve the mobility of her right hand. She made the bears herself from scratch, choosing some of her favourite characters from history and legend such as the ... Read more

$37.43 USD

This is a most unusual book. For several decades Xi Xi has been widely known for her award-winning poetry and fiction. This time, she has chosen to write about the teddy bears she began making in 2005, after treatment for cancer, in order to improve the mobility of her right hand. She made the bears herself from scratch, choosing some of her favourite characters from history and legend such as the
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Toys Remembered

Men Recall Their Childhood Toys

by Madonna Dries Christensen ...

In this companion book to Dolls Remembered, men reminisce about the boyhood toys and games that still hold a place in memory. ... Read more

$7.82 USD

In this companion book to Dolls Remembered, men reminisce about the boyhood toys and games that still hold a place in memory.
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The A-Z of Arcade Games: Volume 1

by Kieren Hawken ...

The A-Z of Arcade Games: Volume 1 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest arcade games in the seventies, through the golden age of the eighties and onto the new innovations of the nineties. This book is a nostalgic look at coin-op classics through the ages that will suit arcade veterans and modern-day MAME masters alike. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Arcade Games: Volume 1 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest arcade games in the seventies, through the golden age of the eighties and onto the new innovations of the nineties. This book is a nostalgic look at coin-op classics through the ages that will suit arcade veterans and modern-day MAME masters alike.
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The A-Z of ZX Spectrum Games: Volume 5

Volume 5

by Kieren Hawken ...

Series Book 47 - The A-Z of Retro Gaming
The A-Z of Sinclair ZX Spectrum Games: Volume 5 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases at the start of the eighties to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the ZX Spectrum and how it became one of the popular computers of all time. ... Read more

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The A-Z of Sinclair ZX Spectrum Games: Volume 5 features reviews of three different games for each letter of the alphabet. The games range from the very earliest releases at the start of the eighties to the modern homebrew games of today. This book shows you just how diverse the library of titles is for the ZX Spectrum and how it became one of the popular computers of all time.
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Kleine Puppenstubenträume

Alte Stoff- & Modeläden

by Gisela von Wissel ...

Es hat nicht jeder den nötigen Geldbeutel, um teure Manufaktur-Kaufläden zu sammeln. Deshalb möchte ich gerne mit diesen kleinen Läden Anregungen geben, wie man alte Gehäuse auch preiswert einrichten kann. ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Es hat nicht jeder den nötigen Geldbeutel, um teure Manufaktur-Kaufläden zu sammeln. Deshalb möchte ich gerne mit diesen kleinen Läden Anregungen geben, wie man alte Gehäuse auch preiswert einrichten kann.
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香港玩樂高

by 曾耀強 ...

收錄超過五百張珍貴歷史相片和剪報，跨越半世紀完整樂高活動列表！樂高積木是不少港人的童年回憶，回想當年，利用小手將積木砌成一件件專屬自己的玩具，份外有成功感！很多人小時候即使沒有錢購買樂高，也渴望參加樂高公司舉辦的大大小小展覽活動，看着技術高超的積木作品，往往已大飽眼福！本書收錄：由捷成洋行走到寶隆洋行、玩具反斗城經典樂高盒裝回顧樂高國際大展及LEGO x 動漫節展覽特色本土拼砌文化及作品展示香港樂高趣聞本書作者曾耀強（CK）是香港樂高迷用戶組（HKLUG）主席兼樂高大使，過往編著出版的《砌出香港》、《砌出童年時》均令一班大人細路愛不釋手。這次CK在新書細說樂高在香港的興起及歷史故事，整理樂高公司在香港的發展進程，更分享幾近絕跡的珍貴樂高活動相片，一定會勾起許多港人快樂的童年回憶 ... Read more

$20.37 USD

收錄超過五百張珍貴歷史相片和剪報，跨越半世紀完整樂高活動列表！樂高積木是不少港人的童年回憶，回想當年，利用小手將積木砌成一件件專屬自己的玩具，份外有成功感！很多人小時候即使沒有錢購買樂高，也渴望參加樂高公司舉辦的大大小小展覽活動，看着技術高超的積木作品，往往已大飽眼福！本書收錄：由捷成洋行走到寶隆洋行、玩具反斗城經典樂高盒裝回顧樂高國際大展及LEGO x 動漫節展覽特色本土拼砌文化及作品展示香港樂高趣聞本書作者曾耀強（CK）是香港樂高迷用戶組（HKLUG）主席兼樂高大使，過往編著出版的《砌出香港》、《砌出童年時》均令一班大人細路愛不釋手。這次CK在新書細說樂高在香港的興起及歷史故事，整理樂高公司在香港的發展進程，更分享幾近絕跡的珍貴樂高活動相片，一定會勾起許多港人快樂的童年回憶
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I'm Not One Of Those Anti-Nerfers

by Randall M. Rueff ...

I'm Not One Of Those Anti-Nerfers Created by Randall M. Rueff - K9RMR 7-29-2020 A.D. ... Read more

$4.04 USD

I'm Not One Of Those Anti-Nerfers Created by Randall M. Rueff - K9RMR 7-29-2020 A.D.
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British Sloops and Frigates of the Second World War

by Les Brown ...

Series Book 27 - ShipCraft
The ‘ShipCraft’ series provides in-depth information about building and modifying model kits of famous warship types. Lavishly illustrated, each book takes the modeler through a brief history of the subject, highlighting differences between ships and changes in their appearance over their careers. This includes paint schemes and camouflage, featuring color profiles and highly detailed line ... Read more

$10.43 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The ‘ShipCraft’ series provides in-depth information about building and modifying model kits of famous warship types. Lavishly illustrated, each book takes the modeler through a brief history of the subject, highlighting differences between ships and changes in their appearance over their careers. This includes paint schemes and camouflage, featuring color profiles and highly detailed line
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