Disney A to Z: The Updated Official Encyclopedia
You may well know that Mickey Mouse's first appearance was in the 1928 cartoonSteamboat Willie, but do you know where Donald Duck made his debut? With the help ofDisney A to Z: The Updated Official Encyclopedia, you'll know that Donald made his first appearance in 1934'sWise 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 inCinderella, Prince Eric fell for Ariel inTheLittle Mermaid, Prince John was the "phony King of England" fromRobin Hood, Prince Phillip kissed Princess Aurora inSleeping Beauty--but that the prince inSnow Whitewas 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 ofZorro"--but all in all it is an excellent resource. Chock-full of interesting information,Disney A to Zis a treat for Disneyphiles and trivia buffs alike.--C.B. Delaney