Brides from Around the World Paper Dolls (Dover Paper Dolls) [Paperback]

Tom Tierney (Author), Paper Dolls (Author), Paper Dolls for Grownups (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Dover Paper Dolls

Four lovely brides model 28 elegant costumes from around the world. Bridal wardrobes include a Celtic robe from the medieval period, a Chinese tunic of red silk, a Philippine wedding gown, and ensembles from Holland, Zimbabwe, Korea, Mexico, Denmark, Greece, Russia, and eighteen other countries. Notes describe wedding apparel and provide information on traditional wedding ceremonies.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (November 2, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486444392
• ISBN-13: 978-0486444390
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #197,123 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #12 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Antiques & Collectibles > Textiles & Costume
  • #51 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Textiles & Costume

Customer Reviews

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book, Not for Children, December 31, 2010

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MomRN (NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Brides from Around the World Paper Dolls (Dover Paper Dolls) (Paperback)

I bought this book as a gift for my 5 year old niece because it sounded interesting and the costumes are really lovely. I am very disappointed with this product. When I was a kid (and no, it wasn't THAT long ago) I remember paper dolls coming in a book perforated and you just punched out the figures and the clothes. They also generally have a stand that you punch out and glue or tape on so your doll can stand. This book has no perforations and so if you actually want to play with the dolls you have to meticulously cut each figure and dress out, even the faces. I don't know if I could do a great job of that and I'm pretty sure my niece wont be able to. There are no stands to cut out, the instructions say you should measure out your own form the scraps left after you cut the dolls out. Lastly, each bride is featured in different kind of "bridal undergarments". i also recall paper dolls coming with pretty standard and non sexy camisole and basic panties usually generously cut bikini type. In this book, the underwear shown is like real bridal underwear: like one doll wears a lacy low rise thong. Yes, I'm being a little prudish, but I really don't think this is appropriate for a child.

However, if the book is for an adult who enjoys viewing costumes from around the world, the illustrations and designs are really beautiful and there are a lot to look at

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wide Range, June 26, 2009

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Maestra 028 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brides from Around the World Paper Dolls (Dover Paper Dolls) (Paperback)

4 different dolls of different ethnicities. Depictions include: Celtic, South Africa, India, China, Poland, Ghana, The Philippines, Bali, Netherlands, African-American, Mexico, Korea, Denmark, Ethiopia, Yemen, Japan, Norway, Zimbabwe, Palestine, Malaysia, Hungary, Kenya, Sweden, Fiji Islands, Hawaii, Sumatra, Greece, Russia.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely brilliant, January 5, 2007

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Fiona "Homeschool Mum of 4" (Caribbean) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brides from Around the World Paper Dolls (Dover Paper Dolls) (Paperback)

I bought these for my daughter aged 5, but I have found that both my 5 and 7 year are obsessed with these dolls. Its 5 months now since I gave them to her, and still (beyond one very beneficial Christmas!) they return time and time again to hours of play with the paper dolls. Needless to say, playing with the paper dolls then leads to hours of dressing up themselves like the brides...