Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary greatly and are affected by demand and condition. Jan 27, 2015 2017 is the 75th anniversary of little golden books. We love this coloring book of vintage disney parks. The values stated in this guide are to be used only as a guide. Marvel little golden books may also be added since marvel is a part of disney. Many of the little golden books have become bestsellers, including the poky little puppy, tootle, scuffy the tugboat, and the little red hen. The first walt disney little golden book, through the. Vintage little golden books haul 1950s1970s toyaddict. Toy story 2 codirector ash brannon had this to say about the books. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. See more ideas about vintage disney, little golden books and books.
Lot of two vintage disney golden book coloring books, peter. The art of the disney golden books celebrates a legacy that has now thrived for more than eighty years and continues to influence new generations of artists and filmmakers. Disney books official site disney publishing worldwide. A way to recollect disney memories or build new ones is by collecting disney books. Little golden books library, a collection of five of the most beloved disney stories. This boxed set features lady and the tramp, 101 dalmatians, the lion king, alice in wonderland, and the jungle book. Unfortunately, finding a complete list of little golden books online is difficult because the collection now includes more than 1,200 unique titles. Disney classics little golden book library by boxed set. These icons of literature were the companions of many generations of children, and their popularity continues to be without equal. You can look at lists of some of my collection under my books or my records. Olafs frozen adventure big golden book disney frozen the night before peepsmas peeps grumpy cats first worst christmas grumpy cat. Golden books backlist is teeming with classics such. The iconic, golden bordered board books are a familiar sight for most americans as weve been clutching little golden books in our chubby little hands since 1942.
Not a very vintage printing, although the artwork is the older disney style. Best disney little golden books please put only disney golden books. Trips to the disney parks always bring color to our lives. Thank you for being a friend is a perfect gift for golden girl enthusiasts to give to their very own besties. Many of these books were released alongside early disney films while others were released as comic books. Below are some interesting facts about little golden books. This fabulous adult picture book pays homage to the golden girls with chic, stylized illustrations, paired with handlettered lyrics to the theme song that touched millions of hearts. Little golden books collection and first edition identification book collecting guide. List of little golden books titles little golden books wiki. Vintage valentines by golden books, paperback barnes. Unfollow vintage walt disney books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
The book is considered a vintage collectible through the picture frame 1944 adapted by robert edmunds the first title from the partnership with walt disney, this is a retelling of the hans christian. In 1942, the launch of little golden books revolutionized childrens book publishing by making highquality picture books available at affordable prices. I saw this book in a shop at walt disney world and fell in love. Alice in wonderland finds the garden of live flowers. The lively little rabbit 1943 by mary reed a weasel makes its way into the rabbit hole and the little rabbit, with some help from friends, finds a creative way to scare the weasel away. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. Disney snow white and the seven dwarfs a little golden book by. Throughout the years, the little golden books franchise worked together with various companies and introduced book and product joint packaging. Little golden book series found in childrens media tiein books little golden books have been loved by children for over 75 years. The art of the disney golden books disney books disney.
Items similar to beauty and the beast vintage 1991 little golden bookchildrens booksbelle and beastdisney princessnurserybaby shower giftjunk. Lot of two vintage disney golden book coloring books, peter pan. The list doesnt include the many educational workbooks and activity books, coloring books, video games, paper dolls and related golden book toys that are available online and at some retail stores. At the age of six he began with sea shells, and soon graduated to coins, the gateway drug to so many other fields of collecting. Watch a brief walkthrough of little golden books history, including commentary by experts and authors, golden books editorial director diane muldrow, and childrens literature historian leonard marcus. Poster art of the disney parks, its up to us to add color to all the vintage original illustrations from disney parks all around the world.
The complete little golden books list of all the golden books available, rare and vintage golden books for big and little people who love to read and be read to. Olafs frozen adventure big golden book disney frozen the night before peepsmas peeps. This site is dedicated to information on collecting little golden books. Shop more collections related to little golden books. Various formats of little golden books have been created including, games, toys, videos, miniature books, and records. Generally, little golden books have the initial publishing date printed on the page, so if the edition you have was published in 1942 but reprinted in 1992, it would still say 1942. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Vintage walt disney book price guide antiques prices. Explore your creativity and bring attractions like the haunted mansion, pirates of the caribbean, and its a small world to life using any hues your heart desires. Little golden books collection and first edition identification on.
I shows pictures of each of the little golden book covers and lists them by book number, the new numbering system, disney titles, and activity titles. Little golden books have been treasured by children through the years. Little golden books did not adopt a number line until 2001 so identifying an early first edition can be complicated. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. I want to share the joy i have in collecting with all of you.
If you are thinking of collecting books by disney, then you may have some questions. Fans include young and the youngatheart, as well as collectors. Several of the illustrators for the little golden books later became. Its a very cute compilation of favorite disney books to make a story. Aug 07, 2009 n as with most other collectible books, first editions are generally the most soughtafter, but with golden books, determining whether that three little kittens is a first or 21st can be tricky. The book had some age spotting on the cover, corner and some wearing along the spine.
Interactive books with moving parts, illustrations under flaps, and other three dimensional displays have been popular since the 1800s. New listing 100% classic disney little golden book 9 lot childrens kids picture books. This boxed set contains five classic walt disney little golden books originally published in the 1950s and 1960. Little golden books collection and first edition identification. However, the presence of a walt disney signature tipped the scales. I have been collecting all shapes and sizes of little golden books and other related items since 1986.
List of little golden books titles little golden books. The characters were so simple and the shapes were so strong in the illustrations. When they were first published in 1942, highquality books for children hadnt been available at a price most people could afford. Early first editions with 25cent cover prices are the most valuable. Books, vintage pre1968, disneyana, collectibles picclick. Through interviews with contemporary animators who recall tracing the characters in their childhood disney golden books, paintings by artists who influenced and inspired the. Me reading beauty and the beast disney ladybird book read along duration. By the age of ten, toms dad would drop him off at coin shows within driving range, picking him up.
Many little golden books are in their 3rd printing, and 1. Vintage 1957 golden book rin tintin and the outlaw first edition book. Barley and ian lightfoot would never set out on an. Aug 07, 2007 books from the 1940s through the mid 1960s are rare since many were discarded after years of use. Lot of two vintage disney golden book coloring books. The 1950s title sold during a 2011 auction presented by universal live. However, the little golden book collector website includes an alphabetical listing of 1,230 little golden books that was compiled in 20. Mickeys walt disney world adventure mikes dirty, yucky, icky, sticky adventure. For collectors wanting a complete list for collecting little golden books. Jan 29, 2016 my disney little golden books duration.
Little golden books is a popular series of childrens books, founded in 1942. Little golden books lot of 10 unsorted mixed titles. Little golden book collector little golden book collector. The eighth book in the series, the poky little puppy, is the topselling childrens book of all time.
The most common golden books vintage material is wood. Vintage disney, alice in wonderland meets the white rabbit. Mickey mouse club mickey mouse the kitten sitters and mickey mouse and the missing mouseketeers little golden book set. There is no denying the incredible impact these books have had on multitudes of people and their strong nostalgic appeal will ensure that they remain in print for years to come. Shop target for little golden books at great prices. More than 60 years later, many of the original golden book titles are still wildly popular, with the poky little puppy topping the list of ten bestselling childrens books of all time. Covers have spot where price tag was removed see pics. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Lucky collectors sometimes run across rare editions while browsing antique shops. The other members of the golden book family like big little golden books, first little golden books, little little golden books, as well as promotional titles and foreign titles are included.
See more ideas about little golden books, books and vintage childrens books. Pinnocchio by walt disney 10432 1948 l edition 101. Little golden books launch at 25 cents each, democratizing reading for young americans. Vintage 1958 big golden book rudolph the rednosed reindeer. You may be interested in collecting little golden books because of the happy memories these stories evoke. Books from the 1940s through the mid 1960s are rare since many were discarded after years of use. The most beautiful art in disney golden books oh my disney. Big golden book series found in childrens media tiein books. Not a buyswapsell page comments regarding will be deleted. The author does not assume responsibility for any losses that are the result of consulting this guide. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Its not commonplace to find a childrens book with disneys signature on it.