Disney A to Z (Disney a to Z) | 
 enlarge | Author: Dave Smith
Publisher: Disney Editions
Category: Book
List Price: $32.95
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Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 697394
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Upd Sub
Pages: 640
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.4
Dimensions (in): 10.1 x 7.4 x 2
ISBN: 0786863919
Dewey Decimal Number: 384.806579494
EAN: 9780786863914
ASIN: 0786863919
Publication Date: August 19, 1998
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Lots of shelf wear, may contain some notes or highlighting, corners/edges worn and bent, may not include companion materials like cdroms or access codes.
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Amazon.com Review
You may well know that Mickey Mouse's first appearance was in the 1928 cartoon Steamboat Willie, but do you know where Donald Duck made his debut? With the help of Disney A to Z: The Updated Official Encyclopedia, you'll know that Donald made his first appearance in 1934's Wise Little Hen--and that his middle name is Fauntleroy. This wonderful book contains hundreds of illustrations and nearly 3,000 entries covering all aspects of Disney's world, from brief synopses of all the Disney cartoons, films, and television programs to the names of the restaurants and shops at the Disney theme parks and the names of all 39 original Mouseketeers. Compiled by Dave Smith, Archives Director for the Walt Disney Company, this book is the definitive guide to Disney. For example, a glimpse under the letter "P" reveals that Prince Charming was the prince in Cinderella, Prince Eric fell for Ariel in TheLittle Mermaid, Prince John was the "phony King of England" from Robin Hood, Prince Phillip kissed Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty--but that the prince in Snow White was simply called "Prince" (He shouldn't feel bad--the evil queen was simply called "Queen."). At times the book is a bit too mouse-eared--Rita Moreno's entry reads "Actress; appeared on television in episodes of Zorro"--but all in all it is an excellent resource. Chock-full of interesting information, Disney A to Z is a treat for Disneyphiles and trivia buffs alike. --C.B. Delaney
Product Description
The ultimate encyclopedia of every person, place, and thing in the history of Disney, this captivating guide has more than 6,500 entries and 1,000 photos and illustrations, many in color.
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 everything you ever wanted to know about Disney December 6, 2006
Lauren Irk (North Carolina, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this book for myself quite a few years ago and am stioll amazed at how well it serves me. It has everything from Character information to movie and TV show information. It covers parks and the disney Media Franchise. Animation and Live action. If you ever wonder about something Disney related this is the book to have.
 All Disney All the Time November 10, 2006
J. Kerr (Culver City, CA United States)
Mr. Smith is giving, nay, imparting so much of his knowledge to us. This 2nd update of his original knowledge base is great. Just wish there were more pictures. Maybe a cd or dvd with the next one? This is a MUST HAVE for any Disney fan (also, be sure to read the new bio from Neal Gabler, a perfect detail of the Man that started this all)!
"Disney A - Z" -- your favourite guide through Disney's world November 18, 2005
Anders Krantz (Vaxjo SWEDEN)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
If you by some mysterious reason have not seen or heard of this title before, it is high time you buy yourself a copy now. Ever since it first came out in the mid-90's, Mr Smith's encyclopedia has been a valuable and highly informative resource to anyone interested in the vast Disney universe. Either if you're a committed Disneyphile, or just a common Disney enthusiast, this book will be your entertainment bible. Dave Smith writes in a casual, yet clearly factual and informative style, as each entry brims over with information on all kinds of Disney topics. In case you didn't know, Dave Smith is the founder of The Walt Disney Archives, located at the Disney headquarters in Burbank, California. Since 1970 this nice gentleman has presided over the archives, forming it into one the most elaborate and efficient corporate archives in the United States, and the world. Dave Smith has become an exceedingly valuable member of the Disney organisation, as no one knows more about Disney's history than Mr Smith himself. So, if you want to take part of Dave Smith's Disney knowledge there is no better way to do it than through this book. "Disney A - Z, the Updated Official Encyclopedia". Very highly recommended!
Great book December 23, 2004
Michelle Jennifer (California, CA USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book is a great information source about everything from theme parks, movies, television shows, and people. It has a couple of glossy color photos. It has small black and white photos throughout the book.
I am very satisfied with my purchase. This is a book I can look back on for any information about Disney- especially the old movies and shows that I watched as a child.
Great Disney Resource February 23, 2003
D. Allen (Florida)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
This encyclopedia by Disney archivist Dave Smith has everything you would want to know about Disney's films, theme parks, television shows, and more. At a length of over 600 pages, this book overflows with information, most of which one might wonder why anyone would need to know. Questions such as "what Disney film was released on October 3, 1927?", "what Disney film stared Sean Conery before he landed the role of James Bond?", and "what stage show played at Walt Disney World's Tomorrowland Theater starting in 1984?" are all answered in this book, along with literally thousands of others. This book is a great resource for any Disney fan and a fascinating look at the evolution of the Walt Disney Company.
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