After 100 years, the teddy bear is still very much in vogue. This best-selling encyclopedia is a fascinating way to find out why bears have such long-lasting appeal with collectors all over the world. All the Bear Necessities: Read about the all-time, best-loved bears, from the original teddy to Winnie-the-Pooh, with new features on the latest collectibles such as Beanie Bear, and the Millennium Bears. An invaluable resource for collectors at every level, The Teddy Bear Encyclopedia lists everything from identifying features and materials used, to profiles of the bear designers, to essential details of care and repair. Charming and Classic Collectibles: With plush profiles of beautifully photographed collector's bears from Steiff's Teddy Girl to the newest limited editions, this remarkable book contains a wealth of detail and historical information which bear lovers of all kinds will find irresistible.
Author Biography: Pauline Cockrill is an internationally recognized expert on the history of the teddy bear. She specialized in the field of teddy bears while serving as curator on the National Museum of Childhood in Benthal Green, England, and is a regular contributor to Teddy Bear Times. She has published two teddy bear books: The Ultimate Teddy Bear Book (DK, 1991) and the original Teddy Bear Encyclopedia (DK, 1993), both of which are considered the bibles of arctophily (bear collecting), and are used by collectors, dealers, and toy shops worldwide. Pauline lives in Australia, where she runs a teddy bear hospital.
This comprehensive compendium features a magnificent visual cavalcade starring over 500 bears--from the first Steiff to the latest innovations--each accompanied by detailed annotations, plus advice on collecting, auctions, clubs, and more. Over 1,300 full-color photos.
Categories:
- Reference
- Encyclopedias & Subject Guides
- Veterinary
- Encyclopedias & Subject Guides
Publisher : DK Publishing
Author : Cockrill, Pauline
Language : English
Edition : Updated
Published :2001-08-23
Number Of Pages : 510
Binding : paperback
ISBN-10 : 078948000X
ISBN-13 : 9780789480002
Item weight : 1.92 lb
Dimensions : 1.37 in x 5.52 in x 6.56 in
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