THE ULTIMATE DOLL BOOK is your guided tour of the past 200 years in the history of dolls, providing insights into the origins and evolution of these beloved playthings. The unique and dramatic collection of dolls from around the world is sure to delight as well as inform doll lovers of all ages.

Every type of doll including wax, bisque, cloth, and hard plastic is featured. Clothed and unclothed, in original or period costume, to show structural details and special markings. Exquisitely designed clothes and accessories are also displayed, together with other models by the same maker or from the same period. Rare and valuable dolls from around the world are presented, along with more humble examples that show the signs of their owners' love.

Over 400 dolls shown from the peg woodens of the 18th century to adorable 19th century bisque babies and 20th century cloth cartoon characters, from ethnic dolls to fashion dolls, from Pierotti to Barbie.