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The LEGO Book [Hardcover]

Daniel Lipkowitz (Author)
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Reveal, explore, and celebrate the fascinating LEGO® story in The LEGO® Book. From its beginnings in a carpenter's workshop and the development of the first plastic brick, to the group's current position as an international brand, a timeline highlights key moments in LEGO® history.

Fascinating facts on every significant LEGO® product line, theme park, video game, artwork, competition, club, collectible and more combine with images from the LEGO Group's photo archives-many seen here for the first time-and inspiring ideas on how to make a variety of things from just a few bricks. Packaged in a beautiful slip case with cutting-edge design, this two-volume set also features Standing Small-a 96-page book celebrating the minifigure.

LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2009 The LEGO Group.

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  • Hardcover: 200 pages
  • Publisher: DK ADULT (October 5, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0756656230
  • ISBN-13: 978-0756656232
  • Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.3 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #4,452 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
    #2 in  Books > Arts & Photography > Other Media > Conceptual
    #2 in  Books > Home & Garden > Antiques & Collectibles > Toys

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for Lego Enthusiasts, October 10, 2009
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I pre-ordered this set for my 12 yr old son. I received it yesterday and I must say I am quite pleased with the set. I found myself thoroughly enjoying the colorful pages and skimming over all the mini figures and sets that have evolved over the decades. Viewing the pages provided a bit of nostalgia for me as I was able to share my own memories with my son. This set is great for the Lego Collector or enthusiast. I really enjoyed the overview of the history of Lego along with the timelines and descriptions of manufacturing, etc.

If you are looking for "building tips" or "an idea book" this is not the book for you, instead I would look into the purchase of: "The Unofficial Lego Builder's Guide" by Allan Bedford, or the DK Lego Modelers series that have booklets containing ways to create characters using common lego pieces that you may already have in your collection.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing visual history of these little bricks!, October 8, 2009
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I had this pre-ordered quite a while ago, and it finally showed up yesterday!
HEAVY, thick hard covers, in an even HEAVIER thick slip cover! Even the "bonus book" about the mini figure is the same wonderful quality. GREAT value for the money!

What a brilliant look a the history of the LEGO brick and the company as a whole. For those looking for new and outrageous models you might be in for a bit of disappointment, as this is more of a visual history. I had so much fun remembering back with all the old sets they showed, and looking at the time line and thinking, "Was it REALLY 20 years ago I got that set for my birthday?"

This book is all about the visual. There is a minimal amount of words per page, but they do a wonderful job at describing what is going on, and leading us through the journey, and not taking away from the well laid out pages.

One other review complained that this was a "glorified catalog", but how else would you like to display almost 300 pages of toys? ANY book about a 50+ year line of toys will come off a bit catalog like, no matter how much you try to avoid that. I for one give kudos to the authors from cramming in so many sets and making sure the name and year of each set shown is displayed. These names and date help link the items to the time line, as well as give me a starting point to try and find an old copy of a set that this book brought out fond memories of!

I love new and exciting builds as much as the next guy, that's why I am a Brick Journal subscriber (the compendiums are available here on Amazon, and well worth the money!), this book is not meant to do that. This book is a visual history of the entire LEGO system up to today. The book even included the current Space Police and Power Miners lines, and mentions the new Disney lines coming out next year, so you know the information is as up to date as possible in print form!
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The LEGO BOOK,So good,I bought another, October 7, 2009
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I had this on order,for a long time,delivered yesterday,and it was worth the wait.
This is 2 books in a slide in case and the quality is fantastic.One book on figures
and building kits,and the other telling of the history of lego.Photography is stunning
and the layout of both books is first rate.As you go through the pages,the images of
supersized lego figures are a visual treat.As this was a gift for my grandson,who loved
it,I ordered another the same day for myself,an owner of a 9 ft. Lego castle display
with over 400 figures!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Son loves LEGO
Very good book for LEGO fans. Gives a good overview of history and different types of LEGO. My son loved it and he wants to be a LEGO-master.
Published 11 days ago by Marcia Y. Boswell

5.0 out of 5 stars Lego Lego Lego
Great book, or books rather. Its highly worth the money would recommend picking it up if your really a lego freak.
Published 2 months ago by Thomas W. Moneyhon

1.0 out of 5 stars Nothing but a Catalog
My wife and I are both big fans of Legos, and I bought these books for her, in the hopes of seeing the typically nice job DK does of displaying something's visual history... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jason L. Smith

4.0 out of 5 stars If you love lego then you will love these 2 books
I have really enjoyed these books. It is a two book set and one book is all about the mini figures and how they have evolved over there years. Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. Soto

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Buy! A must for the avid Lego collector!
Great info, incredible pics. While not exhaustive or completely comprehensive, the two books combined give a great history of the Lego toy and minifigure.
Published 3 months ago by Matthew Guler

5.0 out of 5 stars Minifigure Fans Will Love This Book
My daughter, age 11 collects mini figures and has been able to identify all her "trades" and vintage finds with this book. She has really enjoyed this book!
Published 4 months ago by love2learn&listen2music

5.0 out of 5 stars Instant hit with our 7-year old
The images in the books are bright and beautiful. My son has spent hours looking at them, and it inspires him to dig into his Lego bin and start building. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Geoman

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for any Lego lover
These are great books that cover the history of Lego and the mini figure. It features great colored pictures and even behind the scenes photos of how lego is made. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Christopher Dowhan

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My grand kids love these books, they study and read them constantly even the 6 yrs old reads them
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Published 6 months ago by Karsten

2.0 out of 5 stars The History of Lego from 2000
I've now read in their entirety both the Lego Book and the Minifig Book which form the core of this collection. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Derek R. Whaley

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