100 Years of Teddy Bears


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Celebrate the origins of the delightful toy bears that have charmed adults and children around the world for more than a century. Here are stories and over 350 color photographs of some of the most important people, events, and bears that have contributed to Teddy's enormous popularity. Theodore Roosevelt, Seymour Eaton, Margarete Steiff, Peter Bull, and many others are featured with historical information about their importance to the bears




100 Years Steiff Teddy Bears


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With many new creations and innovative products, Margarete Steiff GmbH has managed to expand and




The Legend of the Teddy Bear


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While nearly everyone has a memory of their own favorite tattered teddy bear, the details of the day President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear have been lost to time. Now, nearly 100 years later, the legend that has grown around that fateful encounter will captivate you in this delightful tale.Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen brings his magical touch to another great American legend with illustratons for the origins of America's favorite stuffed animal and how it got its name. Author Frank Murphy shares the history and lucky timing of two candy store entrepreneurs who took the story of President Theodore Roosevelt's warm-hearted gesture in refusing to shoot a cornered bear and turned it into a legend of the toy world. Relive the memory of your own timeless, tattered "Teddy's" bear with The Legend of the Teddy Bear.




The Little History of the Teddy Bear


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A charming history of the nation's favourite toy, from its conception to today's collectibles.




Teddy Bear Century


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A fascinating look at the changing fashions of teddy bears throughout the 20th century. A timeline places each design in its historical context.




Making Teddy Bears


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A look at the many aspects of the teddy bear, including origins, profiles of collectors, and famous individual bears. Includes instructions on making fifteen different bears, with color photographs and full-size templates.




The Purple Teddy Bear


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With black button eyes, a little black nose, and a blue ribbon around his neck, Teddy looks a lot like the other teddy bears who are waiting in Santas workshop for their new homes. But instead of being black, brown, or white like most bears, Teddy is the one and only purple bear.




Teddy Bears


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Covers different facets of the world of teddy bears, paying particular attention to collecting, listing major manufacturers, identifying traits, and approximate value, with advice on bear care and restoration, and anecdotes and biographies of some famous stuffed bruins.




125 Years Steiff Company History


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The ideal book for the collector and enthusiast. Includes material from the Steiff archives.




Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, Turn Around!


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Teddy bears turn, bend, reach and jump.