The NEW Great Book of Corgi 1956-2010
Product Code: CC00097
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The New Great Book of Corgi chronicles the entire period of Corgi production from its inception at the British Industries Fair in 1956 to the present day
The Company owes its great success to the constant introduction of attractive new gimmicks and technical innovation, leaving its numerous competitors playing ‘catch-up’ all the time.
Corgi toys have brought thrills and enjoyment to children and collectors around the world for over fifty years, with such classics as the James Bond Aston Martin, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the Batmobile and many, many more.
When the business was rescued from administration in the 1990s, it continued to introduce breathtakingly spectacular and detailed models for the collector market, including civil and military aircraft and a colourful series of circus and fairground models. Ex-chief designer Marcel Van Cleemput’s extensive archive has made the New Great Book of Corgi one of the most authoritative single-manufacturer toy histories ever published, with over 1,000 images.
The bestselling Great Book of Corgi has been fully revised and updated with over 100 new colour photographs
With over 25% new text and photographs this book will be an essential addition to the library of all model collectors.
The Company owes its great success to the constant introduction of attractive new gimmicks and technical innovation, leaving its numerous competitors playing ‘catch-up’ all the time.
Corgi toys have brought thrills and enjoyment to children and collectors around the world for over fifty years, with such classics as the James Bond Aston Martin, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the Batmobile and many, many more.
When the business was rescued from administration in the 1990s, it continued to introduce breathtakingly spectacular and detailed models for the collector market, including civil and military aircraft and a colourful series of circus and fairground models. Ex-chief designer Marcel Van Cleemput’s extensive archive has made the New Great Book of Corgi one of the most authoritative single-manufacturer toy histories ever published, with over 1,000 images.
The bestselling Great Book of Corgi has been fully revised and updated with over 100 new colour photographs
With over 25% new text and photographs this book will be an essential addition to the library of all model collectors.
Safety Notice:
Not suitable for children under 14 years. Some models may contain fine details or edges.
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