Barbie
Subtitle: a rare beauty
By: Sandi Holder
Publisher: Krause Publications
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Iola, WI
Language: eng
Number of pages: 223
ISBN-13: 9781440212796
Subjects: Clothing; Collectors and collecting; Barbie dolls
Description: 1959. In an era of one-dimensional paper dolls and cherubic baby dolls, Barbie changed everything-- forever. Here is a visual feast of fifty years of beautiful Barbies, showcasing some of the finest and rarest dolls and accessories ever created.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 222).
Table of contents: title: Preface: From the ER to Barbie's dream house; title: Introduction: Taking a brand to heart; title: Timeline: A doll's life; title: (1959) Handler proves women have choices; title: (1960s) Barbie welcomes change in style; title: (1970s) Barbie makes her moves; title: (1980s) Barbie takes a world view; title: (1990s) Barbie evolves into collector icon; title: (2000s) Barbie moves back to the future; title: Occupation sensation; title: Fashion forward; title: We are family; title: A rare sight to see; title: For the love of licensing.