The third volume in the series studying the history of Tri-Ang Hornby, now called Hornby Railways.

There is little doubt that at the turn of the century MSrtlin was the greatest toymaker in the world. This book brings together in superb photographs the finest examples from the 'golden age' of tin toys.

- Invaluable guide. - Fascinating insight into commercial branding and how trademarks are developed. - Provides a unique perspective on numerous topics

- A superbly illustrated guide. - Ideal for both collector and general enthusiast

A tribute to legions of unsung children's illustrators.

In its heyday the Bing Company, based in Nuremburg Germany, was the largest and most diverse toy manufacturer in the world. The Bing 1912 catalogue is the third in the series covering Bing's belle epoque catalogues, having been preceded by the 1898 and 1906 edition. This volume comprises the complete English edition

Enamelled iron signs were used for advertising from the 1880s to the 1950s. This is a guide to the subject.

The covers of the Meccano Magazine were superbly conceived to reflect the spirit of the times. In this unique volume, all 600 covers are reproduced in their original brilliance. An encyclopaedic index of topics, included in Meccano Magazine from 1916-1981, is arranged both alphabetically and chronologically.

Covering destinations stretching from Bali in Indonesia, Langkawi in Malaysia, Nha Trang in Vietnam, Siem Reap in Cambodia, Luang Prabang in Laos, Chiang Mai and Loei Province in Thailand and the cities of Bangkok, Singapore and Yangon, this book is full of well-known regional recipes with excitingly different and invigorating 'living' flavours.

Contains an amalgam of couture milinery, poetry (both humorous and romantic) and prose. Partly biographical, this book gives an insight into the eccentric world of hats with just a touch of fantasy. It revolves around the author's life as a milliner.

Presents a survey of the history and products of one of leading model train makers.

This rare facsimile catalogue covers the golden period of Bing's production, illustrating thousands of toys.

Contains facts on the companies and artists that produced cigarette and trade cards, providing a valuable source of reference for the novice and experienced collector alike. This guide traces the history of cards from their 19th-century beginnings to the mid-1930s.

Presents over 100 painted porcelain souvenir cottages made by W. H. Goss and Willow, and many lesser-known names in this field. The book contains cottages from all over Britain, many associated with writers like Burns, Dickens, Shakespeare and Wordsworth, and including some churches.