The Disney Treasures [Hardcover]

Robert Tieman (Author)

Book Description

Selected from the vast archives of the Walt Disney Company, this historic collection includes handwritten letters and notes of Walt's, rare character sketches from the 1930's and 1940's, replicas of Disneyland's opening-day tickets, photos, movie theater programs, comic strips, greeting cards, commissary menus, and other treasures, reproduced in facsimile form. Many of these special features are designed to be removable so readers can touch and hold masterfully reproduced bits of history. In addition, the book comes with a 60-minute CD that features previously unheard audio of Walt Disney , radio commercials from the 1950s, and never-before-released sound tracks from the parks' most popular attraction.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

This lavishly produced volume offers a nostalgic, five decades-long chronicle of the Walt Disney Company, from the birth of the Disney Bros. Studio in 1923 to Walt Disney's death in 1966. Disney devotees will delight in poring over the book's vivid pages, as each highlight from the company's history is illustrated with a collage of photos, sketches, finished full-color drawings, brochures and posters, plus pull-out reproductions of memorabilia including Walt Disney's correspondence, tickets to Disneyland from 1955, even paper masks of Pinocchio characters issued by Gillette in 1940. Walt Disney Archives manager Tieman captures key episodes in meticulous but brisk chapters, from the birth of Mickey Mouse in 1928, to Disney's first feature film (Snow White and Seven Dwarfs, 1933), to Walt Disney's proposal for Disney World in Florida. Throughout, readers learn of the process behind Disney's groundbreaking accomplishments: the first cartoon synchronized with sound, the first cartoon in full Technicolor, the first feature-length animated film, the studio's entrance into live-action films and television and its revolution in character-merchandising. The volume includes a 60-minute CD with tracks of radio commercials plus selections from Walt Disney's interviews and speeches.
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About the Author

Robert Tieman is the manager of the Walt Disney Archives, where he has worked for the past thirteen years. He currently oversees Disney's offsite warehouse of historical materials - the source of the treasures in this book. Since joining Disney in 1988, he has written numerous articles on Disney history for Disneyana Convention magazines, and has been a featured speaker for Disneyana Conventions and Disney Cruise Line, as well as historical societies. Robert is also the author of Disney's Photomosaics, a collection of computer-generated collages from classic animated films. He lives in Los Angeles. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Disney Editions (September 2, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786853905
• ISBN-13: 978-0786853908
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 12.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #765,731 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW! The coolest Disney book EVER!!!, September 19, 2003

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I wasn't sure what to expect with this book, but man, I was just in awe with every page I turned. I love that it focuses on the Walt era, and with the removable memorabilia replications (hand-written notes from Walt, himself!), it's totally unique.

I HIGHLY recommend this book to any and EVERY Disney fan out there!!!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Disney Treasures and Keepsakes are a Must Have, January 9, 2007

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Michelle Rasmussen "Disney Girl" (Colorado Springs, Colorado United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Disney Treasures (Hardcover)

These books are like a pop up book on steroids...They are FULL of interesting little pieces that you can take out and look at, like letters from Walt to Lillian, ride tickets from the early days and all sorts of other things...These 2 books are worth every penny!!!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Disney Treasures, March 20, 2006

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Louise Godsmark (Vic. Aust.) - See all my reviews
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This book is a timeless classic, an absolute gem. For anyone wishing to get a real glimpse into the magic that is Disney this is the book.It offers historical insight and hands on replica memorabilia. I found this book full of information and fun.Beautifully presented.