The Unauthorized Encyclopedia of Corgi Toys (Schiffer Military History) [Paperback]

Bill Manzke (Author)

Book Description

Series: Schiffer Military History | Publication Date: September 1997

Hop in for a complete tour of the tiny world this British toy maker created. Explore four decades of diecast production, following the route the industry took as it shed outdated techniques for state-of-the-art cars James Bond would have been proud of. Written from the unique perspective of an American collector, the book presents topics never before discussed in print, chronicling the rise, fall, and rebirth of Corgi Toys, all illustrated with hundreds of color photos of models and memorabilia never before seen in print. The smaller Husky and Corgi Juniors lines, often neglected in other books, are also covered. Other sections examine Corgi clubs, marketing, packaging, memorabilia, and special interest groupings. Most importantly, this encylopedia presents the most complete variation listing and value guide published to date, including sections covering Corgi, Husky, and Juniors models from their introduction through the present day.

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About the Author

Bill Manzke lives with his wife and two children in the Midwest. He has been an avid Corgi collector since age 6.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd (September 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764303082
• ISBN-13: 978-0764303081
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #502,680 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #88 in Books > Education & Reference > Encyclopedias > Military

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The inexpensive big book on Corgi Toys., September 5, 2005

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Chris Sellick (South Australia,Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Unauthorized Encyclopedia of Corgi Toys (Schiffer Military History) (Paperback)

This isnt the biggest book on Corgi Toys but its better than most and affordable.This book is superb.High quality colour photos throughout of a wide variety of many Corgi Toys and accessories.The photos show various toys from a good angle not the side on view as per the wide short type books printed by the publisher.A very enjoyable book,high quality and inexpensive.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for Corgi collectors, April 4, 2008

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M. F. LARROW "SPYGUY" (NORTHAMPTON, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Unauthorized Encyclopedia of Corgi Toys (Schiffer Military History) (Paperback)

I'm just getting into Corgi collecting and have found this book to be very helpful and enlightening. A thorough history plus great color pictures and graphics. Well-done!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A valuable resource for the Corgi collector, August 30, 2007

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Raymond Scott - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Unauthorized Encyclopedia of Corgi Toys (Schiffer Military History) (Paperback)

This is a wonderful guide for anyone who is into collecting Corgi toys. I especially enjoyed the value guide in the back even though this book was published 10 years ago.My only disappointment was that the author didn't put more information about the "Character" cars which I am so fond of collecting.