The Complete Guide to Shirley Temple Dolls and Collectibles is the most accurate and informative book on Shirley Temple memorabilia ever produced. Featuring gorgeous color photographs, detailed descriptions, and current values, the book covers more than 1,000 Shirley Temple items. Separated into easy-to-read sections, this guide has something for every Shirley Temple fan. The composition section identifies every known Ideal Shirley Temple doll outfit made in the 1930s, foreign Shirley Temple dolls, and look-a-likes. A complete listing of dolls and outfits spanning the 1950s through the present can be found in the vinyl and porcelain sections. The chapter on paper products includes paper dolls, books, activity sets, sheet music, movie posters, lobby cards, trading cards, and even cigar bands. The large assortment of chil-dren's dresses, purses, hats, hair bows, and jewelry available throughout the 1930s, 1950s, and 1980s is presented in the clothing and accessories section. Interesting facts about the history behind the dolls and collectibles is also provided, and differences between original and reproduction memorabilia are discussed. Tips are offered for making dolls look their best, and a unique chapter on the importance of Shirley Temple to different generations of fans rounds out the book.
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Tonya Bervaldi began watching Shirley Temple movies in the 1980s and began admiring her into her teenage years. She began collecting Shirley Temple memorabilia, going to antique shops and doll shows, and even joined the Shirley Temple Club. Her love for Shirley Temple led her to write her book, The Complete Guide to Shirley Temple Collectibles.
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My own enjoyment of little Shirley Temple began when I was a young child, watching her movies on cable television in the 1980s. I couldn't help but smile seeing the cute little girl sing and dance. I curled my hair like Shirley, took tap dancing lessons, tried to sing like her, and even copied her mannerisms. Her movies made me happy, which is what a little girl wants to be the most.
My admiration for Shirley Temple came when I was a teenager, after reading her autobiography 'Child Star' and 'Shirley Temple: American Princess' by Anne Edwards. I enjoyed watching her movies even more knowing that she grew up to become a happy and successful adult.
At that time, I became a 'fan', and began to collect Shirley Temple memorabilia. My mom and I would spend every weekend together going to antique shops and doll shows looking for any Shirley Temple item we could find. We would come home, excitedly showing my incredulous dad what we had found. I also joined the Shirley Temple Collector's Club, and began corresponding with Shirley Temple fans all over the country.
As I got older, I packed my Shirley Temple dolls away. I had more important things to think about, like boys. After all, boys were not exactly interested in Shirley Temple. Yet, I still watched my Shirley movies occasionally. No matter what my situation, I could always depend on little Shirley to put a smile on my face.
Eventually, the dolls came back out, and the boys learned that they had to like the dolls if they were going to like me. What a litmus test that was!
Every Shirley Temple fan has a personal story, a reason why Shirley is so special to them. My own is the memory of pure happiness, the instant smile that comes to my face thinking of little Shirley, the bond that my mom and I share from years of collecting together, and the lifelong friendships that I have made corresponding with others who feel the same way. Most importantly, it is the admiration and inspiration that she provides even now to be something more, the importance of public service and helping others.
My admiration for Shirley Temple came when I was a teenager, after reading her autobiography 'Child Star' and 'Shirley Temple: American Princess' by Anne Edwards. I enjoyed watching her movies even more knowing that she grew up to become a happy and successful adult.
At that time, I became a 'fan', and began to collect Shirley Temple memorabilia. My mom and I would spend every weekend together going to antique shops and doll shows looking for any Shirley Temple item we could find. We would come home, excitedly showing my incredulous dad what we had found. I also joined the Shirley Temple Collector's Club, and began corresponding with Shirley Temple fans all over the country.
As I got older, I packed my Shirley Temple dolls away. I had more important things to think about, like boys. After all, boys were not exactly interested in Shirley Temple. Yet, I still watched my Shirley movies occasionally. No matter what my situation, I could always depend on little Shirley to put a smile on my face.
Eventually, the dolls came back out, and the boys learned that they had to like the dolls if they were going to like me. What a litmus test that was!
Every Shirley Temple fan has a personal story, a reason why Shirley is so special to them. My own is the memory of pure happiness, the instant smile that comes to my face thinking of little Shirley, the bond that my mom and I share from years of collecting together, and the lifelong friendships that I have made corresponding with others who feel the same way. Most importantly, it is the admiration and inspiration that she provides even now to be something more, the importance of public service and helping others.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Definitive Book on Shirley Collectbles,
This review is from: The Complete Guide to Shirley Temple Dolls and Collectibles (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)
With apologies to Edward Pardella, whose book is excellent in its own right, I must say I am absolutely blown away by this volume. I sold off my collection several years ago--I only have one Shirley doll at this point. So I was not inclined to buy another book on the subject. But the amount of information presented in there is astonishing!!!! I especially liked the photos of the dolls being made (I KNEW it was a curling iron!!!), the restoration section [if only I had had that when I first started collecting--LOL!]. And the section on ST autographs, which was badly needed. Kudos to Tonya Cammeratta for what amounts to a true act of generosity.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best books on this subject,
By LinAnne "Lin22" (Puget Sound) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Complete Guide to Shirley Temple Dolls and Collectibles (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)
This book is one of the best books on the subject of the Shirley Temple dolls (& other S.Temple Collectibles).Written on quality paper with excellent photos
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very helpful and valuable guide for Shirley Temple collectors!,
By idol fan (east coast) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Complete Guide to Shirley Temple Dolls and Collectibles (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)
The word "complete" is a good one word description of this book. There are many details of every Shirley Temple doll imaginable from 1930s composition, 1950s vinyl, to contemporary Danbury mint dolls. There are foreign dolls too. All the outfits are thoroughly described and beautifully pictured. You will find extremely easy and useful tips about caring for your dolls and fixing them up. There are chapters that showcase paper dolls, other paper products, children's dresses, jewelry/accessories, and many other Shirley Temple items. The book is hardback. The layout, photography and text are pleasing to the eye and well organized. Tonya is very knowledgeable and shared a lot of time, effort and thought into making this an accurate and encompassing book. It will be helpful to Shirley Temple enthusiasts and to those looking for an approximate value of items.
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