The Collector's Guide to Bus Toys and Models (Paperback)

Kurt M. Resch

ISBN 10: 0764316311 / ISBN 13: 9780764316319

Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen, 2002

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Paperback. An essential addition to any transportation toy library, this is the book that bus lovers have been waiting for! Over 1,500 toy buses are shown in full color, from early buses to transit and trolley buses to school buses and modern luxury coaches. They are organized alphabetically by manufacturer, with over 250 toy makers represented. Buses from thirty countries on five continents are included, dating from 1905 to the present day. The eye-catching coaches are shown in the correct liveries (trim) of the bus companies. Bus memorabilia and current values for all models shown also included. Hop aboard to experience this wonderful showcase of worldwide bus toys! AUTHOR: Kurt M. Resch grew up in the mecca for United States bus transportation, metropolitan New York, and developed a love for buses at an early age. His toy collection of almost 5,000 pieces is displayed in his personal toy museum. Photographer Richard Romagnoli's award-winning landscape images can be seen in galleries, magazines, calendars, and greeting cards. Kurt and Richard previously collaborated on A World of Bus Toys and Models for Schiffer Publishing. Over 1,500 toy buses are shown in full color, including early buses, transit and trolley buses, school buses, and modern luxury coaches. Featured are buses from 30 countries and over 250 toy makers, dating from 1905 to 2001. Also features a section on bus memorabilia and current values for all models shown. Hop aboard to experience a wonderful showcase of worldwide bus toys! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Collector's Guide to Bus Toys and Models (Paperback)
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764316311
• ISBN 13: 9780764316319
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

An essential addition to any transportation toy library, this is the book that bus lovers have been waiting for! Over 1,500 toy buses are shown in full color, from early buses to transit and trolley buses to school buses and modern luxury coaches. They are organized alphabetically by manufacturer, with over 250 toy makers represented. Buses from thirty countries on five continents are included, dating from 1905 to the present day. The eye-catching coaches are shown in the correct liveries (trim) of the bus companies. Bus memorabilia and current values for all models shown also included. Hop aboard to experience this wonderful showcase of worldwide bus toys!

About the Author

Kurt M. Resch grew up in the mecca for United States bus transportation, metropolitan New York, and developed a love for buses at an early age. His toy collection of almost 5,000 pieces is displayed in his personal toy museum. Photographer Richard Romagnoli's award-winning landscape images can be seen in galleries, magazines, calendars, and greeting cards. Kurt and Richard previously collaborated on A World of Bus Toys and Models for Schiffer Publishing.