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The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass (Hardcover)

by Rick Goldschmidt (Author), Burl Ives (Foreword)
4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews)


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"In his very thorough book about RANKIN/BASS Productions, Goldschmidt lists more than 50 television specials, series and films." -- THE TAMPA TRIBUNE, December 10, 1999

"Thorough enough to give us three appendices, two indexes, and a section on collectibles and memorabillia at no extra charge" -- TOON MAGAZINE Summer, 1998 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Arthur Rankin and Jules Bass are best-known for producing some of the most popular animated holiday TV specials ever aired, including the long-running "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," "Frosty The Snowman," "The Year Without A Santa Claus" and "The Hobbit." They have also brought us animated feature films including "Mad Monster Party" and "The Last Unicorn," and cartoon series such as "ThunderCats," "The Jackson Five" and "SilverHawks." This definitive, authorized history and celebration of Rankin/Bass animation documents every one of their productions with rare photographs, production stills, concept drawings and memorabilia, along with extensive commentary by Arthur Rankin and dozens of the artists, actors and animators he worked with. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Tiger Mountain Pr; 1st edition (November 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0964954273
  • ISBN-13: 978-0964954274
  • Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.8 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,457,134 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)


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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An old Holiday friend returns, June 4, 2002
The Rankin/Bass animagic Holiday specials are as much a part of my childhood memories as putting up the tree, hanging the stockings and painting the eggs.

It is nice to see Rick Goldschmidt drag them from the foggy haze of my nostalgia and bring them back into the light. I never new that there was so much information on Arthur Rankin and Jules Bass. "The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass" has it all, from the most obscure cel animated cartoon to the classic animagic of Rudolph and Santa.

Everything you could want is here: Behind the scenes photographs, a complete list of Rankin/Bass works, well-written articles and a jumble of Rankin/Bass memorabilia. This book is even more relevant, now that the Rankin/Bass filmography is being released on DVD. It will make you chomp at the bit for each new release.

If Peter Cottontail, The Snow Miser and Heat Miser, Frosty the Snowman and Happy the Christmas Baby ("those ears!") ring any bells for you, then you will enjoy "The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass."

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!, October 18, 2000
By Kenneth B. Sharp (Willow Grove, PA USA) - See all my reviews
Impeccably researched and comprehensively detailed, "The Enchanted World Of Rankin/Bass" is a treasure trove of info for fans of the wonderful animated programs created by the duo. Lovingly written by Rick Goldschmidt, the book is a wonderful keepsake chronicling the creation and enduring impact of the classic rankin/Bass animated shows. Tons of rare photos--many in breathtaking color--rare memorabilia plus lots more await the reader on this terrific journey back in time. Compelling interviews with many of the personnel involved with the shows --voiceover artists, script writers, set designers, inudstry big wigs---draw the reader into the story. From "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer" to "Frosty The Snowman," all your faviorites are here in this terrific tome. This is the bible for fans of Rankin/Bass and author Goldschmidt should be commended for his exemplary efforts. Refreshing, informative and full of fascinating minutaie, the book is a true labor of love. What are you waiting for? Stop reading this review and buy the book...NOW!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best thing since sliced bread!, October 19, 2001
By Joshua G (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
This book is my favorite book I have ordered from AMAZON.COM! The color pages have tons of pictures and they are the most vibrant I have seen! There is tons of incredible material in here! RANKIN/BASS Rules! Josh
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4.0 out of 5 stars Just what I wanted
Just received the hardcover 3rd edition directly from the author, who also signed it and included extra loose leaf paged info. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Catherine Mawer

5.0 out of 5 stars He'll go down in History!
I think the other reviewers here have just about covered it BUT I wanted to add that this is the way a book should be done on a classic HOLIDAY TV SPECIAL. Read more
Published on November 20, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL Book for all ages!
The 2nd printing is WONDERFUL! So glad to see this book come back! Make your HOLIDAYS HOLLY & Of Course JOLLY! This book is it!
Published on June 5, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Listen up boys & girls!
If you LOVE Rankin/Bass, holiday specials, or childhood memories, then this is a MUST have book! Mr. Read more
Published on October 25, 2001 by Christopher

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect book for the Holidays!!!
Every book written about an ANIMATION STUDIO should be like this! The Color pages are AMAZING! Now if someone will do a book on HANNA-BARBERA like this. Read more
Published on October 11, 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars The 2nd printing is EXCELLENT!
WOW! I missed out on this book the first time around and couldn't afford the prices in the 2nd hand market! Read more
Published on October 3, 2001 by wonderfullife01

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely the BEST Holiday book out there!
This book is AMAZING and I was so happy to hear it was in PRINT again! Copies were selling for Hundreds of dollars at EBAY...even for the soft-cover! Read more
Published on September 29, 2001 by LINDSEY LYTHBERG

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bouncing Icebergs!
Rick Goldschmidt has done an UTTERLY SUPERB job in creating his incandescently splendid book, "The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass! Read more
Published on October 23, 2000 by George Zadorozny

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally a book with MAD MONSTER PARTY!
Halloween is here and now I have this wonderful book with tons of info on my favorite film MAD MONSTER PARTY! Read more
Published on October 22, 2000 by John Geary Jr.

5.0 out of 5 stars FINALLY!
Hey boys & girls of all ages!Rick Goldschmidt has written a book that I've been waiting for since I was a young boy! Read more
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