Squeaky Toys: A Collector's Handbook & Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

Rating:
Summary: Great photo resource!
Review: I consider this book more a photo history of squeaky toys rather than a price guide or historical reference guide. The author has a great collection of large color photos with manufacturer information listed where available. The weakness I found (and the author acknowledges it in the intro) is that there is little history on the companies that made these toys. As someone new to the field, I would like to know more about the Edward Mobley Co. and Arrow Rubber & Plastics who made one of my favorite childhood toys! A plus, I have found the prices listed to be on the high side based on recent purchases off EBay or in local antique shops. If you are new to collecting toys of this type (like me) and interested in seeing the types of squeaky toys available, you'll find this book helpful.

Rating:
Summary: Great photo resource!
Review: I consider this book more a photo history of squeaky toys rather than a price guide or historical reference guide. The author has a great collection of large color photos with manufacturer information listed where available. The weakness I found (and the author acknowledges it in the intro) is that there is little history on the companies that made these toys. As someone new to the field, I would like to know more about the Edward Mobley Co. and Arrow Rubber & Plastics who made one of my favorite childhood toys! A plus, I have found the prices listed to be on the high side based on recent purchases off EBay or in local antique shops. If you are new to collecting toys of this type (like me) and interested in seeing the types of squeaky toys available, you'll find this book helpful.