The ultimate Barbie(R) 'bible', Barbie(R), The First 30 Years, is the most comprehensive work on Barbie(R) dolls ever. Over 1,000 color photos cover the complete line of Barbie(R) dolls and family members, from her emergence in 1959, all the way through 1989, as well as newer Barbies(R). In total, over 1,000 dolls are featured. The book also itemizes all outfits sold up to 1972 (more than 1,000 sets), as well as countless accessories, such as cases, houses, displays, and gift sets, all priced at their current values. The authors are leading, published experts on Barbie(R) collecting, and have a combined experience of over 40 years in the field. Their dolls have appeared in exhibitions around the world.