Disney: The Ultimate Visual Guide

. DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), $19.99 (127pp) ISBN 978-0-7894-8862-6

Mickey graces the cover, but Disney: The Ultimate Visual Guide by Russell Schroeder-a Disney illustrator for nearly three decades-offers much more. Walt's early years in Kansas City, Mo., kick off the proceedings, leading fans all the way to Disney's latest creation, Lilo & Stitch. Various spreads focus on individual characters as well as eras (e.g., ""The War Years"" and ""The Postwar Years), all accompanied by nostalgic photographs, memorabilia, original sketches and movie stills.

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