Memorabilia/Collecting
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Courtney McWilliams takes the reader on an amazing journey through the collectibles and
history of the Beatles. Over 575 color photographs illustrate a wide range of collectible
Beatles items from yesterday and today. Among the collectibles covered are original
memorabilia, jewelry, buttons, clothing, dishes, glassware, Yellow Submarine items, wall
hangings, and music. Truly, there is something here to fire the passions of every Beatles
collector and fan. Price listings are provided for each item displayed, according to condition ranging from good to near mint. Completing this text are a bibliography and an index. |
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Take a magical mystery tour through time, following the trail of Beatles memorabilia left
behind by the Fab Four from their early days in Hamburg, through the Ed Sullivan show,
right up to the present day and "Anthology I." A dazzlingly wide range of
collectibles parade across the pages of this colorful text in over 730 color photographs
including records, posters, movie memorabilia, jewelry, books, and fan club mementos. New
Beatles collectibles are fully addressed here for the first time. Included as well are a history of the Beatles and their later solo efforts, Beatles art work created by inspired artists, and newly revised values for all of the collectibles presented in the text. |
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This updated edition of
The Beatles Memorabilia Price Guide documents current values, expands listings,
and illustrates significant and hard-to-find Beatles collectibles. The phenomenon of the Fab Four lives on. In this meticulously compiled guide, now in its third edition, readers will find a history of the group, an introduction to memorabilia and the art of collecting, and tips on how to use the book for both pleasure and profit. Beatles Memorabilia Price Guide answers questions such as the following for serious collectors, Beatles fans, and anyone interested in pop culture: What would that set of Beatles Nodder Dolls bobbing around the closet shelf sell for? Is retirement possible on the proceeds from the sale of that Yellow Submarine animation cel stashed away in the trunk? Would anybody actually buy that Beatles cake decorating kit sitting at the back of the kitchen drawer? Or the set of four delicate blown-glass Christmas tree ornaments? Profusely illustrated, Beatles Memorabilia Price Guide identifies important and rare pieces, and also lists copies and fakes. The book features more than 1,000 items. |
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Within a few short months of its release, The Beatles Japanese Record Guide quickly became
recognized as the world's definitive reference on the Beatles' vinyl releases in Japan. The Beatles Japanese Record Guide is the only book anywhere that tells you just about everything you've always wanted to know about the Beatles' Japanese non-bootleg releases on vinyl. Audiophiles have known for years about the outstanding sound quality of the Japanese releases. Recently, however, a growing number of mainstream Beatles collectors around the world have also become fascinated with these unique and strikingly beautiful historical artifacts of Beatlemania. Because of their relatively short supply, they have become some of the most highly prized Beatles collectibles. Here's What You'll Find in the Guide: * An incredibly comprehensive reference! Over 600 meticulously detailed listings of Beatles group and solo LPs, EPs, and singles issued in Japan from 1962 to present. * U. S. pricing for each listing. * Over 450 high quality images of Japanese LPs, EPs, singles, and box sets. Most images are direct digital scans of items from the author's own collection and include many rare items. * Valuable collector's information on label variations, colored vinyl, picture disks, obis, promotional issues, test pressings, and lots of little-known facts about the Japanese pressings. * Checklists to help you organize and keep track of your collection. So don't wait! Get the Guide today and learn the facts you need to know. |
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This is the second part of Bruce Spizer's critically acclaimed "The Beatles’ Story on Capitol Records, Part One: Beatlemania & The Singles." It contains detailed information on the group's Capitol albums from "Meet The Beatles!" through "Magical Mystery Tour", including extensive coverage on the controversial butcher cover and “Sgt. Pepper.” There are also chapters on the unique albums released by Capitol in Canada and in Mexico, as well as chapters on where and how the records and album covers were manufactured and on the special mixes appearing on Capitol albums, plus a few surprises. Hard cover with over 700 color photos throughout, including all album covers, label variations, trade advertisements, posters and point of purchase displays. Essential and entertaining for both casual fans and serious collectors. | |||||
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It has taken almost 35 years, but a long lost piece of Beatle history has finally been uncovered. The Beatles cartoon series, which premiered on ABC TV in September of 1965, has been exhaustively researched by author Mitchell Axelrod. This is the VERY FIRST TIME that the series has been written about and includes interviews with many of the original series participants including creator Al Brodax, animators, directors, voice-over people, and scriptwriters. This book also gathers a large collection of series memorabilia, many NEVER BEFORE SEEN, including cels, scripts, production drawings, character designs, storyboards, and photos of The Beatles at the cartoon premiere. "Beatletoons" also includes a complete detailed episode guide with production notes. This historical reference book is a must read for Beatle fans, and a great read for "baby boomers", cartoon fans, and everyone in-between. | |||||||
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Nationally-recognized Beatles recording experts Belmo (editor and publisher of BELMO'S
BEATLEG NEWS) and Jim Berkenstadt (archivist and writer) have joined forces to conceive
BLACK MARKET BEATLES, the most comprehensive guide ever written about the bootleg
recordings of the Fab Four. Besides containing the world's largest Beatles underground discography (which stands at a staggering 1,600 entries) the book also features interviews with several Beatle bootleggers, a photo survey of bootleg trademarks and logos, a bootleg label 'family tree' and much more, including over 225 photos and illustrations. BLACK MARKET BEATLES also has a history of bootlegging. All in all, this is one of the most significant and unique books about The Beatles ever published. |
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The Beatles' ANTHOLOGY series presented fans with a large number of rarities - most
unheard before by the general public. However, ANTHOLOGY was just the tip of the iceberg
as is amply illustrated by the contents of NOT FOR SALE. Since 1969 farsighted
entrepreneurs have released over 2400 titles which contain musical artifacts from the
Beatles' radio and television appearances, live concerts, studio outtakes, home demos, and
unreleased recordings from both group and solo years. In NOT FOR SALE internationally known Beatles bootleg expert, Belmo (editor and publisher of BELMO'S BEATLEG NEWS and co-author of BLACK MARKET BEATLES), reviews nearly 1000 of these titles in an attmept to help both novice and experienced collectors to better understand and appreciate the most significant 'Beatlegs'. Also included are photographs of rare album artwork, helpful information for the collector of underground recordings, an extensive index and much, much more. So open up NOT FOR SALE and discover a treasure chest overflowing with golden musical Beatles artifacts. |
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Beatlemania swept across America in 1964, and decades later, the records, album covers, and countless other memorabilia left in the wake of this dazzling phenomenon have become hot commodities. This invaluable sourcebook will take fans and collectors on a magical mystery tour of memories. Includes CD and record listings, prices for lunch boxes, movie posters, and more. Photos, many in color. | |||||||
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Complete story of the Beatles records on Vee-Jay - how creative marketing turned 16
Beatles songs into a comprehensive catalog of multiple 45, EP, and album releases that,
taken together, are worth more today than all other American Beatles records combined. DID YOU KNOW... Capitol Records initially passed on the Beatles 4 times? When the Beatles first two US singles were released by Vee-Jay Records in 1963, they were virtually ignored? When Vee-Jay released Please Please Me as the first Beatles single in the US, the group's name was misspelled as "The BEATLES"? Learn all this and much more in Songs, Pictures and Stories of the fabulous Beatles Records on Vee-Jay. This entertaining and informative book compiles the history and images of the most misunderstood and colorful period of the Beatles American records. Hundreds of color pictures, including all known variations of album covers, picture sleeves and record labels, Billboard and Cash Box trade ads, royalty statements and checks issued to Capitol Records, promotional mailers, catalogs, posters and other cool stuff! |
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