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Teddy Bear Encyclopedia

by Pauline Cockrill, JIM COCKRILL, PAULINE with foreword by VOLPP, PAUL & ROSEMARY and photography by ANDERSON, PETER & C
Teddy Bear Encyclopedia
Teddy Bear Encyclopedia

Comprehensive guide to teddy bear history and collecting.

If you've ever cherished the warm embrace of a teddy bear or admired the craft behind these fuzzy companions, this encyclopedia by Pauline Cockrill will feel like a hug in book form. With its colorful photographs and detailed histories, it offers more than just nostalgia; it's a comprehensive resource for collectors and enthusiasts, imbuing every page with a sense of wonder for the humble bear's journey through time. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, the care tips and club information included will enrich your appreciation for teddy bears.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Teddy Bear Encyclopedia

by Pauline Cockrill, JIM COCKRILL, PAULINE with foreword by VOLPP, PAUL & ROSEMARY and photography by ANDERSON, PETER & C
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ISBN: 9780751300468
Authors: Pauline Cockrill, JIM COCKRILL, PAULINE with foreword by VOLPP, PAUL & ROSEMARY and photography by ANDERSON, PETER & C
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishers
Date of Publication: 1993-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Art, History
Related Topics: Art and Photography, Crafts, Photography, American History, Anthropology, European History, World History
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Description

The core of this encyclopedia is an illustrated catalogue containing colour photographs of over 500 teddy bears. A 24-page directory charts the manufacturing history of teddy bears and comprehensive address lists supply information on museums, clubs and specialist shops. The book also covers such bear-related topics as manufacturing, collecting, care and repair, valuation, joining clubs and attending auctions. Altogether, this encyclopedia contains over 1300 illustrations, including rare shots of the earlier European and American teddies in production.
 

Comprehensive guide to teddy bear history and collecting.

If you've ever cherished the warm embrace of a teddy bear or admired the craft behind these fuzzy companions, this encyclopedia by Pauline Cockrill will feel like a hug in book form. With its colorful photographs and detailed histories, it offers more than just nostalgia; it's a comprehensive resource for collectors and enthusiasts, imbuing every page with a sense of wonder for the humble bear's journey through time. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, the care tips and club information included will enrich your appreciation for teddy bears.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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