Personally, I could care less about this book because Barbie came out a few years late for me, and I was a lover of baby dolls anyway. BUT, the granddaughter for whom I bought this book thinks it is AWESOME and MAGNIFICENT and just about her favorite of all her birthday gifts! I thought she was going to cry when she opened it, she SO loves it! She had shown it to me weeks before her birthday on eBay, and put it on my "watch list" at my suggestion, but when she checked back with me about it, I had to tell a few "white lies" because it had already been purchased, sent, and received and was just waiting for her big day! She is absolutely enthralled with this book, so that means everything to me! Signed, "Not a Barbie Fan, but a definite fan of my 10 year old granddaughter" ~meg delo~
If you are looking for a book which shows you the values of your dolls, or to find out what shoe goes with which outfit, this is not the book for you. But if you want a lovely, perfectly written book, with plenty of nostalgia and more current pictures...this is the book for you! I purchased this book as one which celebrated Barbie's 50th birthday (we should all look this good at 50)....a book done with taste, and full of tidbits of information. There's even a copy of the first Barbie Fan Club membership card for you to pull out of the little pocket to check out! And on the more recent end, a pull-out copy of Robert Best's sketch of one of the most beautiful Silkstone (BFMC) dolls ever. The photos and illustrations, from cover to cover, will delight any fan of Barbie...whether you prefer vintage, mod, or more recent dolls. I recommend to one and all!Read full review
I love the added items such as club member card , the pullout letter & patent for original doll. The highlights of the years are colorful and large. Will make a nice collectable in the coming years.
This book is absolutely amazing! It has pop-outs, detailed photos and descriptions, and is just super fun!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
A Great book for Barbie collectors, amazin photos and content
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