There is royalty in various facets of life, and when it comes to collectible toy trains - Lionel is it. &break;&break;This second edition of Warman's Lionel Train Field Guide, with its pricing and identification data for 2,000 trains and 500+ color photos, delivers the kind of details suitable for fitting of a portable and pocket-sized guide of the world's most famous line of toy trains. Plus, you gain access to a collection defining rarity rating system.

*Built on the success of Standard Catalog of Lionel Trains, 1945-1969 (13,000 copies sold) and eager anticipation of a forthcoming Lionel book*A hot topic, in a portable package, written by a proven author*Mass appeal to the 100,000+ toy train collectors in the U.S. and CanadaLionel is the king of electric trains, and its collectors are among the most loyal of any collectibles consumers. This handy, full-color guide gives collectors what they've needed for a long time - - a guide to bring to shows, club meetings and on shopping trips to the hobby store. This expertly written pocket-size reference helps readers: *Easily identify various models using 250 detailed color photos *Fine-tune their Lionel Train knowledge with 2,000 listings *Confidently price trains using the three grades of current market values featured in this book*Be savvy consumers in the more than 2,000 daily online auctions devoted to Lionel TrainsPortable and precise, this comprehensive guide is a must-have for any Lionel Train collector.

"Warman's" Shoes Field Guide" offers up-to-date pricing from Caroline Ashleigh. The book is organized by era and designer, highlighting the leading fashion trends and innovations that captivate collectors today. Gorgeous color photos illustrate everything from chunky and wild disco platforms to the restrained elegance of Roger Vivier and Prada. Each listing will include: detailed description of the vintage shoes, approximate date of manufacture, any significant design details and value range.

At last, a field guide that is truly a "pocket guide." Measuring in at only 4-1/4 X 5-1/4 inches, this is a book that fits easily into any handbag, purse, backpack or...pocket! Compact in size, but packing a real wallop of identification information, this Depression glass guide includes over 500 photos & illustrations and accurate pricing for each of the 300 pieces included. Covers more than 100 different patterns, from Adam to Windsor, and includes color variations for most pieces. At the back of the book, readers will find a quick guide to patterns, and a cross-index of names, making on-the-spot identification a breeze. Both beginning and experienced collectors will treasure this take-along guide!