Download or read book Official Hake's Price Guide to Character Toys written by Ted Hake and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America’s leading toy dealer and collector presents the most comprehensive reference and price guide devoted to character-themed toys—a nostalgic virtual history of American entertainment from the 1890s to the present. • Based on cartoons, comic strips, and advertisements from Dick Tracy to SpongeBob SquarePants. • Market report on the latest toy prices • Brief histories of the characters • Guides readers in building valuable collections • Prices for 40,000 toys in over 370 categories • Over 100 pages with brilliant, full-color images of collectible toys, from Captain Marvel to Garfield toToy Story • Tips on caring for a collection and determining its value