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Disneyland Story: The Unofficial Guide to the Evolution of Walt Disney's Dream

Disneyland Story: The Unofficial Guide to the Evolution of Walt Disney's Dream - Paperback

by Sam Gennawey
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Availability:In StockContributor:Sam Gennawey, Jeff Kurtti (Foreword by)Series:Unofficial GuidesPublish date:2013-11-26Pages:432
Language:EnglishPublisher:Unofficial GuidesISBN-13:9781628090123ISBN-10:162809012XUPC:9781628090123Book Category:Travel, Social Science, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:United States, Popular Culture, Business AspectsBook Topic:WestSize:7.90 x 5.10 x 1.00 inchesWeight:0.8003Product ID:SCSAENRQZT
From the publishers of The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland

For Disney fans everywhere, here's the inside scoop on Walt Disney's greatest creation. The Disneyland Story skillfully recounts how the world's first theme park was conceived, nurtured, and grew into a source of joy and inspiration for visitors.

This fascinating history describes how Walt's vision maintained momentum, thrived, and taught future generations how to do it Walt Disney's way. Learn the backstory of his successors' battles with the whims of history and their own doubts and egos, as well as the stories behind your favorite rides.

Inside You'll Find the Stranger-Than-Fiction History of Disneyland:

  • How did Walt Disney's frustrations with his movie studio lead to the creation of Disneyland?
  • Who were the people who designed, built, and enhanced his park over the years?
  • How did the park survive Walt's passing?
  • And much more!
Language:EnglishPublisher:Unofficial GuidesISBN-13:9781628090123ISBN-10:162809012XUPC:9781628090123Book Category:Travel, Social Science, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:United States, Popular Culture, Business AspectsBook Topic:WestSize:7.90 x 5.10 x 1.00 inchesWeight:0.8003Product ID:SCSAENRQZT
Sam Gennawey is the author of "Walt and the Promise of Progress City," a contributor to "Planning Los Angeles" and other books, as well as a columnist for the popular MiceChat website. His unique point of view built on his passion for history, his professional training as an urban planner, and his obsession with theme parks has brought speaking invitations from Walt Disney Imagineering, the Walt Disney Family Museum, Disney Creative, the American Planning Association, the California Preservation Foundation, the California League of Cities, and many Disneyana clubs, libraries, and podcasts. He is currently a Senior Associate at the planning firm of Katherine Padilla and Associates. Jeff Kurtti is author of more than 30 books, a writer-director-producer of award-winning documentaries, and a respected public speaker, host, and moderator. Kurtti is an expert on pop culture and entertainment. He is a consultant to clients in the motion picture, theater, museum/exhibit and themed-entertainment industries. He was creative director, content consultant, and media producer for the cornerstone exhibit of The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco that opened in 2009. In 2012, he served as a content consultant and media producer for the touring exhibit The Dream of Walt Disney on behalf of Disney Japan. He lives in Langley, WA.
Publisher: Unofficial Guides

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Sam Gennawey, Jeff Kurtti (Foreword by)

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Sam Gennawey

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