Collecting Books

First off, I have to say that THIS book is the one that started me into miniature collecting and painting. Even before lead miniatures were available in my city, this book comes chock full of designs and ideas that will help you to sculpt your own figurines.

This book contains a section regarding the nature of games (boardgames, wargames and roleplay) wich is insightful and inspiring. The middle chapters deal with the creative process of figure production, from concept-art sketches to the actual sculpting of a full range of minis.

Last, but not least, comes the chapters devoted to assembly, painting and displaying your collection. Especially, I found the painting section to be the most useful, with useful color-charts and diagrams.

There are lots of photographs, mostly from the Citadel range of miniatures circa 1985 as well as color illustrations from masters like John Blanche. Be sure to check out the last page, for it contains color designs for banners an standards.

A little girl with an enormous taste for hats, sets out to create a collection of 100 hats. Soon her family recruits the help of every one they can find to add to her growing collection. She receives hats from around the world and wonderful stories to go with them. But she only ends up with 99. See how she gets the last hat and how you have it too!

One pulls for first one man and then the other in this engaging book. Who will she end up with and why? Besides being a mystery involving expensive Lakewood art pottery, one isn't sure who is the bad guy. Romantic scenes are the stuff of fantasy come to life. The plot sweeps you right along as you learn about academic politics in a university and art pottery auctions. The author certainly knows her stuff!

Jeffrey Snyder is a well documented writer in the field of Flow Blue collecting. His knowledge of Flow Blue is extensive and highly respected.
Although it is impossible to get every pattern (some are still unknown) and current prices, this book will give the reader a very good understanding in the vast field of Flow Blue collecting.

Many people think of autograph collecting only in terms of writing fan letters to movie stars, but the fact is, the hobby offers an opportunity to hold history in your hands.

Owning a letter you know was written by an historical figure you admire -- when it is Abrham Lincoln, or Judy Garland -- is an incredible experience. But it is a hobby which should not be embarked upon without doing your homework.

This book is an excellent place to start. Starting with general information on what, where and how to collect, Rendell then examines collecting specialties from such as the American West, Presidents, WWII, Music, Science, etc. He gives specific and detailed information which will help you understand autographs and avoid buying fakes.

It contains hundreds of signature facsimiles, which are extremely important for comparison purposes.

Rendell is one of the most respected autograph dealers in the country and manages to be interesting as well as informative.

This is a "must have" book for any serious autograph collector.

MUST HAVE REFERENCE BOOK FOR ENGLISH HOLLOWCAST FIGURES, PLUS A FEW AMERICAN AND FRENCH. TOP NOTCH PHOTOS AND ACCURATE PRICE GUIDES!

This book was written by a wonderful man, my grandfather. He contains a wealth of knowledge on the subject and can help you find the information you need for beginning or maintaining a good book collection.

This is the perfect place to begin to learn about Kachina dolls. Whether you are a novice or an experienced collector, this guide will be of great help. The detailed descriptions and information are a must for any collector. For those planning to buy a kachina doll, I highly recommend THE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN ARTIST DIRECTORY. It will enable you to find the kachina carver you are looking for. When you find a kachina you like in one of the Jacka or other fine Southwest Indian art books, check the name and then find it in the directory - along with mailing address and phone # ! Call the artist directly, make an appointment, take along your COMPLETE GUIDE TO COLLECTING KACHINA DOLLS and have a great time!

This book is great, absolutely brilliant. John Wareham was a management guru long before it was fashionable in the 70's and 80's. He was the the Donald Trump of recruitment consultants and his information has only become more relevant over time. If you can get a copy - you will NEVER regret it.

There's no way this book should be listed under Home and Garden. Someone tell me why it is. Hula Dancers and Tiki Gods boasts over 500 color images of Hawaiiana collectibles. Pfouts' purpose is clear: It's all about fun. He claims he's not out to teach anyone anything. And then he goes ahead and does it anyway. Hula Dancers offers a great store of information and photos. Pfouts gives a clear picture of how the hula dancer and the tiki god came to symbolize so much to so many. He covers a wide range of Hula collectibles through four sections: flat hula treasures that includes postcards, paintings, pulp art, cocktail napkins, carnival sideshow art, decals, playing cards, tattoos, etc; the three-dimensional section brings the lovely ladies to life as figurines, salt and pepper shakers, plaster sculptures, drinking vessels, killer lamps and more; the vintage crank girls in the third section offer the reader a rare chance to see dainty little ladies who shimmy with a quick twist and the Hollywood section show how movie posters, album covers, photos and sheet music brought the hula into greater public view. The tiki gods portion of the book offers up information and photos on everything tiki, including swizzel sticks, mugs, pendants, bookends and furniture to die for. Combined with his entertaining commentary and assessments on what some of these collectibles are worth today, Hula Dancers and Tiki Gods leaves a lasting impression of the depth and availability of Hawaiiana out there.