BOOKS
about
DISNEY PARKS
The following are books devoted pretty much exclusively to the subject of Disney Theme Parks and their influence. The category has been limited by the criteria that our readers are mainly interested in the parks and less so The Disney Organization itself. A local search revealed over 400 titles containing the name "Disney", and this was only within one library system!
Therefore, no books on the Disney family nor other departments of The Disney Company are listed except where a large portion is devoted to one or more of The Disney Parks. Even then, many books do not fall into this category and so have not been listed. Suggestions are welcome. -CEC E-Mail
Be sure to check General Park Books as many of those books have Disney segments. Look at Educational Books for additional looks at Disney construction and architecture. Also see Disney Park Videos.
Note that some of the guide books are reprinted yearly, with updates replacing old information. These have been noted where known, although the reviews will be for the version with the publication date shown next to the title. These will continue to be listed as many libraries keep these guide books for several years, even after an updated version has been received. Since many libraries keep their latest copy as a non-circulating reference book, these older copies may then be placed in circulating status. Even with an older guide book, most of the information will still be useful when planning a trip to a Disney Park.
Prices are usually those at publication time and are subject to change.
THE FOLLOWING MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED
WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM THE AUTHOR ©
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THE ART OF WALT DISNEY: (1973)
"From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdom"
By C. Finch. This deals mainly with the Disney art in film
and television but does discuss the design of the theme parks.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
H. Abrams
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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AT A GLANCE: WALT DISNEY WORLD
By Pam Brandon. A Souvenir Book. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price: 6.50 (UK Funds)
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BEHIND THE SCENES AT DISNEY WORLD (1987)
By (No Author Credited). Discusses the "underground" running
of the theme park and the technologies involved.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Walt Disney Company
ISBN:
Price:
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BIRNBAUM'S DISNEYLAND (1994)
(No Author Credited). This guide is published yearly and
details attractions at the park. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Hyperion Books
114 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 10011
(Latest editions are published by Disney)
ISBN:
Price:
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BIRNBAUM'S WALT DISNEY WORLD '97 (1996)
(No Author Credited). This excellent guidebook is the
*Official Guide To WDW* and is published yearly. It contains
information on hotels, restaurants, parks, water parks, and
sports. *(This edition may be a good one to locate as it is
the special 25th anniversary edition containing information
on new attractions and events that occurred during the
celebrations.)
Book suggestion and comments by Kyle of Ontario, Canada.
Published By:
Hyperion Books Price: $17.95 (Canadian Funds)
114 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 10011 ISBN #: 0-7868-8192-5
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BIRNBAUM'S WALT DISNEY WORLD (1993)
"The Official Guide"
By Stephen Birnbaum\Wendy Lefkon. This is a guide book for
Disney World, EPCOT, and MGM Studios, with maps & pictures,
some in colour. *(Highly Recommended. This well-thought out
book has everything from typical weather [although only in
U.S. measurements - non-Americans get out your calculators!]
through crowd reports, to hotel and transportation directions
and recommendations. Each park section and attraction is
documented, with maps and directions to go along. "Space
Mountain", "Big Thunder Mountain Railroad", and "Splash
Mountain" are well written up.)
Published By: Price: Unknown
Hearst Business Publishing Inc.
(Latest editions are published by Disney)
ISBN: 1-56282-946-7
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BUILDING THE DREAM (1996)
"The Architecture of Disney:
By Beth Dunlop and Scully Vincent. This books detail
structures at The Disney Parks and how they influenced other
designers. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Abrahams
New York,New York
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0810931427
Price: 1
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CELEBRATION U.S.A. (2000)
By Douglas Franz and Catherine Collins. This is the story of
"Celebration", Disney World's planned community. Walt Disney
originally envisioned EPCOT as an "Experimental Community of
Tomorrow", but with his death in 1966 and budget constraints
for Disney World, the project was shelved. EPCOT then became
a "mini World's Fair" of sorts. Then in 1990, the company
decided to revive the idea, using the past rather than the
future. *(Anyone familiar with the Disney organization will
smile at the project's manipulation and control as though it
was just another ride in a theme park. Equally interesting
are Disney's attempts to accommodate (some would say, evade)
environmental concerns, low-income housing requirements,
building codes and zoning ordinances. It's an interesting
story of what happens when a little corporate idealism mixes
with a lot of money, and just how much "social engineering"
can be done with asphalt and lumber.
CELEBRATION U.S.A. (Continued)
I got the impression that the whole shebang was orchestrated
with the simple idea of wringing the last dollar out of what
was otherwise unusable swampland. For example, all the talk
about putting the houses closer together to foster a "sense
of community" was just another way to build a denser
development and thus make a few more bucks. Also, it seems
there was a lot of money spent on architecture, but not quite
enough on foundations, quality building materials. I'm not an
architect or city planner, but I learned more than a few
interesting things about city design along the way.) Book
suggested and reviewed by Seth Briliant of Atlantic City,
New Jersey, U.S.A.
Published By:
Henry Holt
ISBN: 0-8050-5560-6 Price: $25 (U.S. Funds)
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THE CHEAPSKATE'S UNAUTHORIZED GUIDE TO
WALT DISNEY WORLD TIME-SAVING TECHNIQUES (1997)
By Debbi Lacey and Michael Lewis. The best values in lodging,
food and shopping are discussed here, along with time-saving
tips. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Citadel Press
ISBN: 0806518774
Price: $9.95 (U.S. Funds)
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THE COLLECTOR'S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DISNEYANA (1992)
By David Longest and Michael Stern. *(Not reviewed)
Published By:
ISBN: 0891455000
Price: $24.95 (U.S. Funds)
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THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S TRAVEL GUIDE TO
WALT DISNEY WORLD AND ORLANDO (1999)
By Janet and Gordon Groene. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Alpha Books
ISBN:
Price:
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DESIGNING DISNEY'S THEME PARKS (1997)
"The Architecture of Reassurance"
By Karal Marling (Editor). Discusses the development of
Disneyland and the company's successor parks. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN: 2080136399
Price: $50. (U.S. Funds)
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DISNEY AND HIS WORLDS (1995)
By Alan Bryman. *(No Further Information.)
Published By:
Routledge
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price: 0415103754
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DISNEY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF
VACATION DESTINATION RESORTS (1995)
By Stephen Rebori. This appears to be mainly a bibliography
listing publications on the planning of an amusement park.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
The Council of Planning Librarians
Chicago, Illinois
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0866023208
Price: $24.00
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DISNEYLAND (1990)
By: (No author credited - this is a picture book.) After a
short write-up, various pictures of Disneyland are shown
depicting the rides, attractions, and other scenes. *(This is
a short book with full-colour photographs. It's a nice book
for those who want some over-all images of the famous park.)
Published by:
Crescent Books
New York
ISBN: 0 517 48084 0
Price: Unknown
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DISNEYLAND & SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WITH KIDS (1993)
By Kim Wright Wiley. Includes Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm,
Magic Mountain, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Universal Studios,
and Hollywood/Beverly Hills - all with kids in mind.
*(Recommended for those with kids and teens. The books starts
off with questions and answers regarding the planning of the
trip, tips for tickets/versus a package, and discussions with
your kids about the trip and its details. Then each attraction
is listed for the various venues and details are given. There
are many tips about food, picture-taking, times to go, etc.)
Published By: Price: $13.50 (Cdn. Funds)
Prima Publishing
Box 1260BK
Rocklin, California, U.S.A.
ISBN: 1-55958-416-5
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DISNEYLAND AND BEYOND (1992)
"The Ultimate Family Guidebook"
By Ray Riegert. (Another source credits Sharon Gillenwater,
Stacy Ritz, and Judy Wade.) Includes Disneyland, Knott's Berry
Farm, Sea World, Universal Studios, and the surrounding areas.
*(Although there are no pictures of the attractions, each is
listed, given a rating of 1 to 5 stars, and followed by a
description & review.)
Published By: Price: Unknown
Ulysses Press
3286 Adeline Street
Suite 1
Berkeley, California 94703-3440
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0-915233-67-3
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DISNEYLAND: INSIDE STORY (1987)
By Randy Bright. Details the creation of Disneyland. The story
of the Disneyland carousel, rescued from its precarious storage
location underneath a Coney Island boardwalk, is here too.
*(Although there's nothing here any ardent Disney fan wouldn't
already know, the story of Disneyland is especially well told.
It's documented with pictures and other materials you may
not have seen before [like Walt's original map of Disneyland,
created in a weekend and then taken to the corporate brass at
ABC in order to obtain financing for the proposed park.] The
author began as an operator of the Disneyland submarine ride,
and was a senior Disney "imagineer" at his untimely death, so
he knew his subject intimately.) Book suggested and reviewed by
Seth Briliant of Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Published by: Price: $200? (U.S. Funds)
Harry N. Abrams
100 Fifth Avenue ISBN: 0-8109-0811-5
New York, New York U.S.A
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DISNEYLAND PARIS (2000)
By Tania Alexander. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Mainstream Publishing
ISBN: 1840183241
Price: 7.99 (UK Funds)
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DISNEYLAND: THE FIRST QUARTER CENTURY (1979)
By (Author Unknown). This discusss the plans and construction
leading up to opening day in 1955. It then continues details
the ensuing twenty-five years. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Walt Disney Productions
ISBN:
Price:
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DISNEY: THE MOUSE BETRAYED (199 )
By Peter and Rochelle Schweizer. Yet another book about the
downside of the Disney organization with profits taking
precedence above safety and maintenance. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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THE DISNEY TOUCH (1991)
By Ron Grover. Discusses the Disney Company including their
parks and management. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Business One Irwin
Homewood, Illinois
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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DISNEY WORLD AND BEYOND (1995)
"The Ultimate Family Guidebook"
By Stacy Ritz. Includes Busch Gardens, EPCOT, Kennedy Space
Center, MGM, Orlando, Sea World, Space Coast, and Universal
Studios. Also discussed are accommodations, restaurants,
shopping, beaches, parks, night life and more. Includes index
and 1-5 Star rating system. *(Recommended. This is a good
little book with write-ups on what seems like everything in
The State of Florida!)
Published By: Price: $12.95 (U.S. Funds)
Ulysses Press
Box 3440
Berkeley, California 94703-3440
U.S.A.
ISBN: 1-569750-42-4
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DISNEY WORLD FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES (1991)
By Maria Saine. Plus Cypress Gardens, Sea World, Spaceport USA,
Universal Studios, and much more. Includes index. *(Not
Reviewed.)
Published By:
Travel Keys
Sacramento, California
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0-93136-721-2
Price: Unknown
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DISNEYWORLD WITH KIDS (2000)
By Jay Fenster. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Open Road Publishing
ISBN:
Price:
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ECONOGUIDE '96: (1995)
By Corey Sandler. This book profiles Walt Disney World,
Universal Studios Florida, Epcot, and other major central
Florida attractions. Suggestions are given on affordable plane
tickets & hotels, "must-see" and "don't bother" attractions,
and other tips. Includes $2,500 worth of discount coupons.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Contemporary Books
ISBN: 0809233223
Price: $12.95 (U.S. Funds)
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THE EVERYTHING GUIDE TO WALT DISNEY WORLD,
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, AND GREATER ORLANDO (2000)
By Jason Rich. Lists hotels, restaurants, major attractions,
etc. *(This is a handy guide to WDW with lots of tips for the
newbie. Its smaller size and lower price make it a worthwhile
investment before travelling to the park. A detriment is the
lack of oictures, which are not allowed because this is not a
Disney Company book.)
Published By:
Adams Media
260 Center Street
Holbrook, Massachusetts
U.S.A. 02343
-Adams Media
ISBN: 1-58062-404-9
Price: $18.95 (Cdn. Funds)
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ESSENTIAL ORLANDO AND WALT DISNEY WORLD (1995)
By Lindsay Hunt. Guide book. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Automobile Association of Great Britain
ISBN 074950918X
Price: Unknown
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FLORIDA'S DISNEY WORLD (1975)
"Promises and Problems"
By Leonard Zehnder. A history of the park as seen by
newspaper articles. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Peninsular
Tallahassee, Florida
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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FODOR'S DISNEY LIKE A PRO (19??)
A guide with tips to assist the visitor in getting around
Walt Disney World while saving time and money.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD & THE ORLANDO AREA (1993)
"The Complete Guide to All the Magic"
By Jay Fenster. This guidebook includes EPCOT.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Fodor's Travel Publications
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN: Unknown
Price: Unknown
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FROMMER'S ORLANDO (1991)
"Frommer's Comprehensive Travel Guide for Orlando"
By Marylyn Springer. Describes all the Disney attractions
including EPCOT, as well as the Orlando area.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Prentice Hall Press
ISBN: 0133269507
Price: Unknown
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HANDICAPPED IN WALT DISNEY WORLD (1993)
By Peter Smith. Disney World Guide for handicapped persons.
Includes maps. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
SouthPark Publishing Group
ISBN: 188197149X
Price: Unknown
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IMAGINEERING: A BEHIND THE DREAMS LOOK AT
MAKING THE MAGIC REAL (1996)
By the Walt Disney Imagineers, foreword by Michael Eisner.
Written by The Imagineers themselves using examples of rides
and shows from the Disney parks throughout the world, this
book explains where they get their ideas and how they develop
them into attractions. *(This is a large 34 x 26 cm, hard
cover, 192-page book that is beautifully done (as it should
be for $68). Throughout the book are tonnes of never-seen-
before pictures, sketches, and models of park attractions.The
models and renderings of some then future attractions like
Tokyo's Disney Seas, Disneyland's California Adventure and
Disney World's Animal Kingdom are included. Although new
pictures and sketches are given, the book doesn't really give
any juicy secrets of the Imagineers away.)
Book suggestion and review by Kyle of Ontario, Canada.
CELEBRATION U.S.A. (Continued)
Published By:
Hyperion Books
114 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 10011
ISBN #: 0-7868-6246-7
Price: $68 Cdn. Funds
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THE INFLUENCE OF DISNEY ENTERTAINMENT PARKS
ON ARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT (1995)
By Stephen Joseph Rebori. This is part one of a three-part
series. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
The Council of Planning Librarians
ISBN: 0866023216
Price: $24.00
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INSIDE THE MOUSE: (1995)
"Work and Play at Disney World"
By ?. An analysis of what makes Disney World one of the most
popular parks on the planet is given here. How "fun" is\
produced and marketed is examined along with its impact on
our lives. Behind-the-scenes information is given through
interviews with employees. Over 50 photographs are here that
help illustrate the points brought up. *(To be as charitable
as possible about this, let me simply say that this one is
"for completists only". It's a look at Disney from a
Marxist/Communist/Socialist viewpoint -- or something. There
have been other, far more intelligently written critiques of
Disney (like Richard Schickel's "The Disney Version"). Let's
just say that this was one master's thesis that probably was
better left unpublished. (-: ) Book comment by Seth Briliant
of Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
INSIDE THE MOUSE:
(Continued)
Published By:
Duke University Press
Durham, North Carolina
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0822316242
Price: $15.95 (U.S. Funds)
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THE MAKING OF DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM THEME PARK (1998)
By Melody Malmberg. A view of the design and construction of
Walt Disney World's newest park. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Hyperion
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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MARRIED TO THE MOUSE (1999)
"Walt Disney World and Orlando"
By Richard Foglesong. Details the planning and governmental
facets of the resort and its relations with the surrounding
community. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Yale University Press
New Haven, Connecticut
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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THE MATURE TRAVELER'S GUIDE TO WALT DISNEY WORLD (19??)
This book gives suggestion. on getting the most of your
Disney Vacation. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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MEET ME IN THE MAGIC KINGDOM (1995)
By Kathy Jakobsen. Details are sketchy but this book appears
to be one of the author's paintings of the park.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Disney Press
ISBN: 0786830387
Price: $13.95 (U.S. Funds)
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MORE MOUSE TALES: (1999)
"A Closer Peek Backstage at Disneyland"
By David Koenig and Van Arsdale France. A Sequal to "Mouse
Tales" (below), this book gives more of the information the
Disney Company would rather you didn't hear, such as employee
pranks, guest stupidity, and executive faux pas.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Bonaventure Press
Box 51961
Irvine, California, U.S.A. 92619
ISBN:
Price: $13.95 (U.S. Funds)
$24.95 (U.S. Funds)
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MOUSE TALES: (1994)
"A Behind the Ears Look at Disneyland"
By David Koenig. This book discusses the behind-the-scenes
goings-on at the Disney park with many details not usually
known to the public. *(It's not your typical upbeat, nostalgic
look at Disneyland. In fact, the author seems to delight in
pointing out the problems and troubles of operating the park,
from slightly nutty patrons and employees, to very serious
problems comprising of weather, fires and ride malfunctions
involving bodily injury or death. Nevertheless, it's
interesting for the different perspective it provides, and it
reminds you that while an amusement park is supposed to be
fun, the fun is the result of a lot of hard work, some of
which can be difficult and often dangerous.) Book review by
Seth Briliant of Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Sequel (above) and updated books are out. The updated (2005)
book features new chapters and an accompanying audio CD that
recreates a trip to Disneyland in 1955.
MOUSE TALES: (continued)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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MOUSE UNDER GLASS (1996)
By David Koenig. While this book is mostly about Disney movie
secrets, there are also things related to the various Disney
Theme parks. *(Not Reviewed.) Book suggestion by Matt Hinze.
Published By:
Unknown
ISBN: 0-9640605-0-7
Price: $14.95 (U.S. Funds)
$23.95 (U.S. Funds)
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THE NICKEL TOUR: (1995)
"A Postcard Journey Through a Half Century of
the Happiest Place on Earth"
By Bruce Gordon and Dave Mumford. This 350-page book contains
a detailed history of Disneyland and is illustrated with every
single postcard the park ever issued. *(Is it worth $75? If
you love Disneyland, the answer is "yes". A very neat idea and
fine execution of it. The text is a little syrupy/sappy here
and there, but is generally well-written and informative; the
postcards are fascinating, as are the other photos and
memorabilia.) Book suggestion and comment are from
Seth Briliant, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Published By:
Camphor Tree Publishers
Box 800088
Santa Clarita, California, U.S.A. 91380
ISBN: 0-9646059-0-2, 0-9646059-1-0 Price: $75.00 (U.S. Funds)
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ONCE UPON AN AMERICAN DREAM (2000)
"The story of Euro Disneyland"
By Andrew Lainsbury. Discusses the problems with this project.
*(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
University Press of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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ONE DAY AT DISNEY (1999)
By Pam Brandon. Shows pictures from all the Disney parks
arranged in the chronological order of a day. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Hyperion
ISBN: 078686592X
Price: $40 (U.S. Funds)
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ORLANDO AND DISNEY WORLD (1988)
"A Travel Venture Guide"
By Bob Martin. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
TeakWood Press
Kissimmee, Florida
U.S.A.
ISBN: Unknown
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PRINCE OF THE MAGIC KINGDOM (1991)
By Joe Flower. Discusses Michael Eisner's achievements,
including the Disney parks. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
John Wiley & Sons
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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RIDING THE BLACK SHIP: (1999)
By Aviad Raz. This is about Japan and Tokyo Disneyland.
*(Not Reviewed).
Published By:
East Asian Monographs
ISBN:
Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
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SEEING THE U.S.A.: (!991)
"The Landscapes of Walt Disney"
By Amelia Ulemen. This book analyses the American landscapes
as presented at Disneyland. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Georgetown University Press
Washington, DC
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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SINCE THE WORLD BEGAN--WDW'S FIRST 25 YEARS (1996)
By Jeff Kurtti. A comprehensive history of the Walt Disney
World resort made for its 25th anniversary. The book is done
chronologically from Walt's first dreams to the 25th
anniversary celebrations. Throughout the book are many
different sketches, models and construction shots of various
attractions. The last chapter deals with future plans including
Disney's Animal Kingdom, the Coronado Springs Resort, the
Sports Center and the Disney Cruise Line. *(This book is a
must for any Disney fan.) Book suggestion and review by Kyle
of Ontario, Canada.
Published By: Price: $19.95 (Canadian Funds)
Hyperion Books
114 Fifth Avenue ISBN: 0-7868-6248-3
New York, New York 10011
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STORMING THE MAGIC KINGDOM (1987)
By John Taylor. This is sort of a "prequel" to "The Disney
Touch" and "Prince of the Magic Kingdom". It details the
situation at Disney after Walt died and before Eisner took
over. *(It's truly amazing that the Disney company survived
at all, and wasn't carved up into a bunch of small pieces and
sold off separately, like an old PTC carousel.) Book
suggestion and comment courtesy of Seth Briliant of Atlantic
City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Published By:
Knopf
ISBN: 0394-54640-
Price: $25. (U.S. Funds)
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THE UNOFFICIAL DISNEY COMPANION (19??)
This is a guide to help plan your Disney vacation.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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THE UNOFFICIAL GUIDE TO DISNEYLAND (1985)
By Bob Schlinger. This book, updated every year is
independent of the Disney organization. No pictures.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Prentice-Hall
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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THE UNOFFICIAL GUIDE TO WALT DISNEY WORLD (1997)
By Bob Schlinger. Includes EPCOT, MGM Studios, Sea World, and
Universal Studios, with maps. More than 85 area hotels in
every price category are listed. *(Recommended. Despite the
lack of photos, this is a well-detailed look at the above and
more. Attractions have write-ups and include a star-rating
along with the author's comments. Lots of tips and money-
saving suggestions. Smaller size (130 x 210mm) makes it fairly
easy to carry with you in the park.) Recent updates are
available.
Published By:
MacMillan General Reference
ISBN: 0-028-6127-1X
Price: $13.95 (U.S. Funds)
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VINYL LEAVES: (1992)
"Walt Disney World and America"
By Stephen M. Fellman. Fellman analyzes each ride and theater
show of Walt Disney World and discusses the history, political
economy, technical infrastructure, and urban planning of the
area as well as its relationship with metropolitan Orlando and
the state of Florida. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Westview Press
ISBN: 0813314720
Price: $25.00 (U.S. Funds)
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WALT DISNEY: AN AMERICAN ORIGINAL (1976/80 ?)
By Bob Thomas. Update by Diane Disney. *(First published in
1976, this edition of Disney's official biography has been
reissued with a new preface and the inclusion of many excellent
photographs. Apparently Thomas had the cooperation of the
Disney family, as well as access to the Disney studio archives,
and the detail shows. Although Disney is treated with
respect, on the whole the story is told accurately and fairly,
with no punches pulled on some of the less adorable aspects,
like the strike at the Disney studios in the early 1940s, for
example. Of particular interest to amusement park buffs will be
the section on the origin and creation of Disneyland, which is
quite detailed. Book suggestion and review by Seth Briliant in
New Jersey, U.S.A.)
Published By:
Hyperion Books
ISBN: Unknown Price: $25 (Cdn. Funds)
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WALT DISNEY'S DISNEYLAND (1964)
By Martin Sklar. A souvenir book of the park.
*(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Walt Disney Productions
ISBN:
Price:
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WALT DISNEY'S EPCOT CENTER: (1982)
"Creating the New World of Tomorrow"
By Richard Beard. Describes the planning and attractions at
the Florida park with photos and artwork. An abridged version
without a lot of the artwork was available, as well.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Harry N. Abrams
100 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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WALT DISNEY'S IMAGINEERS (1996)
By (No Author Credited.) *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Hyperion Books
ISBN: Unknown
Price: $50 (U.S. Funds)
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WALT DISNEY'S RAILROAD STORY (1998)
By Michael Broggie. This book is the history of Walt Disney's
fascination with trains, from the miniature live steam layout
in his backyard to the construction of full-scale railroads
at his theme parks. The author is the son of Roger Broggie,
who became one of the first Imagineers and designed not only
the trains but also many of the other rides in Disneyland.
*(Although I'm not a train buff, I particularly enjoyed the
story (and pictures) of the antique steam trains that Disney
rescued from South America and restored for use in Disney
World. Although this book focuses specifically on Disneyland's
trains, there is plenty of additional information and
photographs of the park. Simply put, if you have even a
passing interest in trains and love Disneyland, then this
book is for you.) Book suggestion and review by Seth
Briliant of Atlantic City, New Jersey.
WALT DISNEY'S RAILROAD STORY
(Continued)
Published by:
Pentrex Media Group
Box 94911
Pasadena, California
91109
U.S.A.
ISBN: 1-56342-009-0)
Price: $65 (U.S. Funds)
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WALT DISNEY WORLD (1990)
By Karen Cure. Large picture book which also includes EPCOT.
Likely the same book as thew next listing. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Crescent Books
New York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN: Unknown
Price: Unknown
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WALT DISNEY WORLD and EPCOT CENTER (1987)
By (No Author Credited). This is mainly a picture book showing
the Florida resort with a short history at the start.
*(Picture quality is excellent, although more in-depth
captioning would have helped to identify better what is being
seen.) Likely the same book as the above listing.
Published By:
Crescent Books
New, York, New York
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0 517 48085 9
Price: Unknown
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WALT DISNEY WORLD & ORLANDO THEME PARKS (1994)
"Your Family Guide to Fun!"
By Jay Fenster. With Index. *(Despite the altered title and
different publisher, its suspect this book is an updated
version of "Fodor's Walt Disney World & The Orlando Area"
(1993).)
Published by:
Open Road Publishing
Washington, D.C.
U.S.A.
Price: Unknown
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WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR ADULTS: (1993)
"The Only Guide With a Grown-up Point of View"
By Rita Aero. Includes index. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published by:
Prentice Hall
for
Fodor's Travel Publications
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
Price: Unknown
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WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR LOVERS (1996)
By Rick Perlmutter and Gayle Perlmutter. Walt Disney World is
America's #1 honeymoon destination. With the building of
Disney's Fairy Tale Wedding Pavilion, the business of romance
at Disney is stronger than ever. This unofficial guide, allows
couples to find out all they need to know in order to have a
wonderful wedding and/or honeymoon the Disney way.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Prima Publishing
ISBN: 0761503218
Price: $14.95 (U.S. Funds)
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WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS (1997)
By Kim Wright Wiley. Discusses a Disney vacation with kids in
mind. Includes EPCOT, MGM Studios, Universal Studios, and
outside attractions. *(Recommended for those with younger kids
and teens. Takes into thought missed school, hotel
considerations, baby caring, and time apart from the kids. Lots
of tips and forget-me-not items are referred to regarding
preparations for any vacation with kids, let alone Disney
World.) Includes index.
Published By: Price: $14.95 (Cdn. Funds)
Prima Publishing
Box 1260BK
Rocklin, California
U.S.A.
ISBN: 0-76150-407-9
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WALT DISNEY WORLD WITHOUT KIDS (1995)
By Pamela S. Weiers. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
Hyperion and Hearst Business Publishing
ISBN: Unknown
Price: Unknown
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WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT (1998)
"A Magical Year-by-Year Journey"
By David & Diane Frances and Robert Scully. Profiles
attractions of the past at Disney World. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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WALT'S REVOLUTION: (2003)
"By The Numbers"
By Harrison Price. This discusses the impact of Walt Disney
and the Disney theme parks. Included are project management
and technology changes. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published By:
ISBN:
Price:
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WHAT WOULD WALT DO? (2001)
By D.M. Miller. This books tells about the design and
building of Walt Disney World as seen by one of the
contractors. *(Not Reviewed)
Published By:
Writers Club Press
Lincoln, Nebraska
U.S.A.
ISBN:
Price:
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THE WORLD ACCORDING TO DISNEY (1993)
By Susan Wallis. No details. *(Not Reviewed.)
Published by:
Duke University Press
Durham, North Carolina
U.S.A.
Price:
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