Marilyn Memorabilia: Putting a Price on the Priceless Performer [Paperback]

Clark Kidder (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2002

Though her life was short, Marilyn Monroe's legacy lives on. Millions of items chronicle the amazing life and career of America's best-known blonde. Now, Marilyn enthusiasts can learn what is highly collectible, and also what those items may be worth. This comprehensive price and identification guide to Marilyn Monroe memorabilia offers up-to-date prices on everything linked to her, including books, figurines, calendars, photographs, and more! Values are given for more than 3,500 items in very good to near-mint condition. Presenting more than 500 stunning photographs of collectible items, this valuable resource provides interesting historical tidbits about Marilyn, and offers a practical approach to starting or managing a collection. Collectors and anyone with an interest in the blonde bombshell will appreciate this look at the star's amazing life and tragic death.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (February 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873493427
• ISBN-13: 978-0873493420
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,776,834 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Clark Kidder resides in southern Wisconsin. He is a freelance writer for International publications, and has authored several books, including Marilyn Monroe UnCovers (Quon Editions, 1994); Marilyn Monroe Cover To Cover (Krause Publications, Inc., 1999); Marilyn Monroe Collectibles (HarperCollins, 1999); Orphan Trains and Their Precious Cargo (Heritage Books, Inc., 2001); Marilyn Monroe Memorabilia (Krause Publications, Inc., 2001); Marilyn Monroe Cover To Cover, 2nd Ed. (Krause Publications, Inc., 2003); A Genealogy of the Wood Family (Family Tree Publishers, 2003, and Higginson Book Company, 2007); A Genealogy of the Butts/Butz Family (Higginson Book Company, 2007), and The Brave Journey of an Orphan Train Rider (2008). His magazine articles have appeared in The Wisconsin Magazine of History, Family Tree Magazine, Fancy Fowl (in England), Avicultura (in Holland), and Poultry Press. Kidder was the recipient of the Hesseltine Award in 2004 for his article titled West by Orphan Train, which appeared in the Winter 2003-2004 issue of the Wisconsin Magazine of History. Kidder has been interviewed by numerous reporters for articles in such newspapers as the Los Angeles Times, and the Chicago Tribune. He has appeared on MSNBC, PAX, and WGN television, as well as numerous radio shows around the nation. Kidder was host of his own television show called Book Talk on JATV, in Janesville, Wisconsin. In addition, he has provided consultation and photographs for documentaries and television shows produced by CBS, and October Films in London, England.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars M. Memorabilia: Putting a Price on the Priceless Performer., July 2, 2002

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This review is from: Marilyn Memorabilia: Putting a Price on the Priceless Performer (Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated and indexed a true "must have" for all Marilyn Monroe "afficionadoes" and serious collectors as well.
I truly enjoyed perusing through this book and appreciated how Mr. Kidder gave a thorough "overview" of Miss Monroe's career, "photo modeling" thru her "starlet" years thru her very brief "super stardom". The author also presents a biographical overview of the Stars'life. All in all, really loved this book. Of notable mention,Mr. Kidder's first book, (Marilyn Monroe Collectibles: A Comprehensive Guide to the Memorabilia of an American Legend), co-authored by George Zeno, was their first as well as successful effort on this subject.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Marilyn collectors dream come true!, May 10, 2002

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This book is a must have if you are a Marilyn collector or even just a fan. Not only are there thousands of listings but, there are thousands of pictures too! This book is the perfect tool to start you on your way to collecting Marilyn Monroe memorabilia. There are tips given by the author such as using the internet to find items, how to spot an original & much, much more!
You will refer to it again and again. I highly recommend this book. It's a purchase you'll be glad you made!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful Book Marilyn Fans Will Treasure !, April 2, 2002

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This brand new, year 2002 224 page, softbound book is sure to delight any Marilyn Monroe fan. There are more than 3,500 items shown, and plenty of useful information on collector clubs, buying on the Internet, and insuring your items. You'll find a wealth of informative text included, along with a complete index to make item location easy. Over 500 large full color photos are shown. Fan clubs and collector sources are listed. It is the most up-to-date, comprehensive price and I.D. guide available. Every type of Marilyn collectible is shown in this book. Add it to your library.