The Official Mickey Mouse Club Book
This is prime baby-boom nostalgia that may bring back the question "Who is your favorite Mouseketeer?" Not only does Santoli tell the story of the Mickey Mouse Club from the beginning, but she also traces the careers of Karen, Cubby, Tommy, Lonnie, Jimmie Dodd, and others (with a special chapter on Annette)?adding an update on "where they are now." Santoli deftly blends interviews, quotes, reminiscences, and narrative to provide an informative behind-the-scenes view of the show. There are additional stories on the people, the set, the times?and even the various products and series spinoffs that evolved. This is a wonderful tribute to the club on its 40th anniversary, with a text that is buoyant and enjoyable without being gushy. The photos of people, places, and memorabilia are a treasure. With a foreword by Annette Funicello.?Carol J. Binkowski, Bloomfield, N.J.Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.