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Planet of the Apes Collectibles: Unauthorized Guide With Trivia & Values (A Schiffer Book for Collectors)

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This is a wonderful book if you are interested in Apes memorabilia. Looking at this book sometimes brings me back to my childhood (a comfortable time) which is nice. The author shows a great appreciation for The Planet of the Apes. The only reason I did not give it five stars is because it did not show all memorabilia of the Apes which in all fairness would be an almost impossible task. This book really is fantastic!!

Christopher Sausville, drawing on his extensive knowledge of Apes collectibles, has created a comprehensive guide to every conceivable piece of Apes merchandise. From the original movie press kits to parachuting Dr. Zaius figures, Sausville lists and prices all the items created for the five movies, the television series, and the Saturday morning cartoon. Lavishly illustrated, this guide is more than just a price list. Sausville also includes a trivia section which is not only great fun but is also filled with fascinating facts and amazing photographs. But the book is valuable not just for the incredible photographs and well-written commentary but also for the wealth of childhood memories it evokes. This is a book for Apes fans to treasure.

Charles Kader, academic librarian writes: "<This collectible guide to the world of the Planet of the Apes movie series is a comprehensive attempt to balance color photographs and subject content. The author Sausville succeeds in a commendable first effort, drawing upon his own zeal as a veteran Apes collector. I personally own a medium sized collection of Planet of the Apes print and non-print materials, and found this volume to be the new subject centerpiece, as well as pathfinder. About the only place Sausville does not take us in this 1998 glossy cover is into the world of the Apes collectors who the author has met as a tireless collector of this science fiction genre. Hurrah for an unauthorized success! We now await the "official" guide, in light of the anticipated remake of the 1968 film. It already has big boots to fill>" Charles Kader, MLS (Mohawk Nation) cjkader@yahoo.com