Brimming with more than 350 color photos of dolls made of china, bisque, wood, and other materials, this reference book explains the tradition of 470 years of doll making in Germany, and documents many antique dolls never before identified.

A collection of more than 400 dolls spanning two centuries. Each doll shown in original clothes or period costumes. Advice on care and collecting.

More than mere playthings, Enchanted Dolls are elegantly sculpted and articulated works of art. Strikingly nude, engraved or adorned in opulent sculptural costumes of precious metals, gemstones and rare found objects, each doll intricately conveys an aspect of our humanity. As Marina says 'the reason I love making dolls is because it it's a multidisciplinary art form. To create a doll I get to do it all: sculpture, industrial design, painting, engraving, mold-making, drawing, metalwork, fashion and jewellery design. I want it all!'

When Deborah Mayfield accepted a position as head mistress at a private school near London, she thought it was too good to be true. However,the serene school masked a monstrous secret, and as Deborah uncovered it bit by bit, she realized it had to do with black demon worship.