The Unofficial Guide to Vintage Transformers

The Unofficial Guide to Vintage Transformers
Author: Rik Alvarez
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2017-11-30
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764354410

For many years, the Transformers have been a staple of pop culture. As new and old collectors seek to enhance their knowledge of this toy line, this book provides a wide view of the Transformers action figures from their earliest incarnations, their journey through the 1980s, and culminating with the Beast Wars in the 1990s. Extremely well researched, this guide provides information on the development of the figures while explaining their key features, along with showcasing many figure variations. Featuring images of figures both in and out of package, yearly product listings for easy reference, and pricing examples for many key items, this book is a great tool for reintroducing yourself or getting familiar with these toys from the past.

Transformers

Transformers
Author: Mark Bellomo
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2007-04-25
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 144023924X

Transformers: Identification and Price Guide is the ultimate reference for all Generation One (G1) Transformers figures released from 1984 - 1990. Featuring more than 1,200 color photographs, this unparalleled guide presents every character in robot and alternate modes with accessories. Individual character biographies are presented from the original Tech Specs and also include function, personal motto, and ability scores. Notes on character history - as presented in the Sunbow cartoon series and Marvel comic books - are complemented by expert commentary on character attributes and popularity on today's secondary market. Current values for all figures in varying condition grades assist collectors in determining the value of their collections. Collectors, toy dealers, casual fans, and everyone who staged basement battles between the heroic Autobots and the evil Deceptions need an accurate identification and price guide to decipher the more than 300 G1 Transformers toys produced from 1984 - 1993. This is the definitive reference for your favorite "Robots in Disguise!"

The Unofficial Guide to Transformers

The Unofficial Guide to Transformers
Author: J. E. Alvarez
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2001
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764313646

What is a Transformer? "A toy that through a series of changes can alter its form from a vehicle to a robot." This ground-breaking book, now in its new and improved second edition, presents these incredible changing figures of the 1980s and '90s in over 500 color photos with descriptions and an up-to-date price guide. The history of these toys is presented, from the early Diaclone, Diacrone, and Micronautsof Japan through the emergence of Hasbro's Transformerscreations to the Transmetals and Fuzors of the late nineties. This immensely popular guide belongs in the library of every action figure collector.

Warman's Transformers Field Guide

Warman's Transformers Field Guide
Author: Mark Bellomo
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2007-10-09
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780896895843

From veteran collectors to the new generation of "Transformers", fans enthralled by the blockbuster DreamWorks "Transformers" movie, everyone will find key identifying details and secondary market pricing for their favorite first generation "robots in disguise," in this pocket-sized guide. Autobots and Deceptions manufactured between 1984 and 1990 are featured in 500 superb color photos, which also feature each character in their alternative mode.

Transformers Vault

Transformers Vault
Author: Pablo Hidalgo
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-06-01
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 9780810998681

Presents an illustrated look at the history of the Transformers brand, beginning with the Hasbro toys and moving on to consider the comic books, television shows, video games, merchandise, and films that they inspired.

Transformers Legacy: the Art of Transformers Packaging

Transformers Legacy: the Art of Transformers Packaging
Author: Jim Sorenson
Publisher: IDW Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-10-21
Genre: Mechanical toys
ISBN: 9781613779439

Remember the thrill of tearing open a gift on Christmas morning, discovering a brand-new Transformer in a shiny new box? While the toys were amazing in their own right, what made the packages stand head-and-shoulders above the myriad competing action figures on shelves was the stunning box art. Transformers: Legacy collects hundreds of beautifully airbrushed paintings from the iconic first decade of The Transformers. Hasbro, Takara, and private collectors opened their archives, yielding an unparalled level of quality. Essays and interviews from the original illustrators give unprecedented insight into the process behind the art. This book is chock-full of extras, including never-before-seen artwork from toys that never were, original design sketches, catalog artwork, and more.

Transformers: A Visual History

Transformers: A Visual History
Author: Jim Sorenson
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-11-12
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 9781974710584

Celebrating 35 years of rare and iconic TRANSFORMERS imagery, this deluxe art book will delight fans of all ages! One of the world’s most popular franchises, TRANSFORMERS has been delighting fans since 1984. Now, Hasbro reveals behind-the-scenes production sketches, beautifully polished final art, classic posters, and everything in-between. From the obscure to the iconic, Transformers: A Visual History features packaging artwork, animation models, video game designs, comic pages, and production artwork from all six Paramount live-action films! Curated by Transformers archivist Jim Sorenson, this is the most comprehensive collection of Transformers imagery ever assembled. © 2019 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.

Genesis

Genesis
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Character toys
ISBN: 9781582403229

The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994

The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994
Author: Mark Bellomo
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2009-06-30
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780896899223

This guide to the guts-and-glory of G.I. Joe identifies every figure with all its weapons and gear, every vehicle with all the easy-to-lose pieces and every accessory related to Hasbros stellar team of soldiers. Use The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe to expand your knowledge about Joe and the team, or Cobra and his cronies, and to identify and assess the value of any of the series 350 action figures and 240 vehicles and accessories.

Transformers

Transformers
Author: Simon Furman
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 78
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780756630133

A guide to the motion picture looks at the characters, their personalities, roles, and what they can change into.