Linford Book Recommendations
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FOR A GOOD SELECTION OF THE NEWEST ERECTOR SETS, FOLLOW THE LINK TO KBkids BELOW: (At the KBkids site, type "erector" in the search box and press enter... you will be taken to view all of their available Erector sets!)
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The following Erector sets may not be in stock at the Amazon.com link; if they are not, click on the KBkids.com link above and search for "erector".
Erector 30 Piece Set
Erector 20 Piece Set
Erector 10 Piece Set
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John Grisham's new book "The Testament"; children's books; check out our recently enlarged Volkswagen section... and now there's a brand new section on Toy Trains featuring Lionel, American Flyer, and LGB!
Just click on the category that you would like to view...
Children's Books
Volkswagen
Erector Set Books... Bill Bean's Vol. I and II!
Toy Train Books
X-Files
John Grisham... "The Testament" is here!
Michael Crichton
Tom Clancy
Other Books We Recommend (including Dilbert and Dave Barry!)
Erector Set BooksBoth of these books are essential references for Erector Set collectors and to those people that want to learn more about these great construction sets that have now become collectible classics.
Greenberg's Guide to Gilbert Erector Sets: 1933-1962: Vol. 2 by William M. Bean
Greenberg's Guide to Gilbert Erector Sets: 1913-1932: Vol. 1 by William M. Bean and Al M. Sternagle
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Ernie's Little Toolbox from Sesame Street, Illustrated by Tom Cooke
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back, by Dr. Seuss
Green Eggs and Ham, by Dr. Seuss
One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, by Dr. Seuss
Hop on Pop, by Dr. Seuss
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Official Guide to LGB Authoritative guide to the colorful, collectible German large scale trains popular all over the world. Features all known authenticated variations of LGB trains, and includes up-to-date pricing information.
Greenberg's Repair and Operating Manual for Lionel Trains, 1945-1969 The best reference for maintaining and repairing classic postwar Lionel trains.
Beginner's Guide to Toy Train Collecting and Operating Shows how to start or add to a toy train collection and build a layout for it. Includes techniques to determine values and prices, tips on buying, selling, and trading trains, and ideas for building and operating a layout.
Greenberg's American Toy Trains Highlights the history of toy trains made in the US between 1900 and 1990. Includes photos, identification tips, parts numbers, product descriptions, and valuations for Lionel, American Flyer, Marx, Ives, and 18 smaller toy manufacturers.
Trains from Grandfather's Attic Presents tips and techniques for designing and constructing layouts, control panels, track, and scenery for toy trains made before World War II. Includes photos, diagrams, and explanations for restoring and operating vintage toy trains.
Greenberg's Guide to Ives Trains, Vol. I, 1 and Wide Gauges and Accessories
Greenberg's Guide to Ives Trains, Vol. II, O Gauge
Lionel's Postwar F3's Describes Lionel's most popular locomotive of the postwar era. Details production history and includes road names, packaging information, and repair tips.
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969, Vol. I Motive Power and Rolling Stock, 9th Edition Newly revised edition provides updated descriptions and valuations for Lionel locomotives, freight cars, and passenger cars. Hundreds of photos and product descriptions trace the history of Lionel postwar products.
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969, Vol. IV: Uncatalogued Sets
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969, Vol. V: Rare and Unusual
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969, Vol. VI: Accessories
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969, Vol. VII: Selected Variations
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1901-1942, Vol. I: Standard and 2-7/8" Gauge, 2nd Edition
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1901-1942, Vol. III: Accessories
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1901-1942, Vol. IV: Prewar Sets
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1970-1991, Vol. I: Motive Power and Rolling Stock
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1970-1991, Vol. II: Promotions, Sets, Boxes, etc.
Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1970-1991, Vol. III: Accessories
Greenberg's Guide to American Flyer Prewar O Gauge, 2nd Edition Traces the history of American Flyer O Gauge trains from 1907 to 1941. Includes never-before published information with hundreds of photos and product descriptions and valuations.
Greenberg's Guide to American Flyer S Gauge, Volume I: Motive Power and Rolling Stock, 5th Edition Features a comprehensive list of American Flyer locomotives, motorized units, and passenger and freight cars from 1946 to 1966. Includes hundreds of photos, product descriptions and valuations.
Greenberg's Guide to American Flyer S Gauge Operating and Repair Manual, 1945-1965, 2nd Edition
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The X-Files: Goblins
The X-Files: Whirlwind
The X-Files: Ground Zero
The X-Files: Book of the Unexplained: Vol. 1
The X-Files: Book of the Unexplained: Vol. 2
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Executive Orders
Debt of Honor
Without Remorse
The Sum of All Fears
Clear and Present Danger
The Cardinal of the Kremlin
Patriot Games
Red Storm Rising
The Hunt for Red October
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Classic Volkswagens by Colin Burnham. Photography and text by Colin Burnham, a London-based photojournalist who has specialized in the automotive field for more than ten years. His work appears regularly in various journals in England and Europe, and this is his second book in the Osprey Colour Series. (A Linford "Pick of the Week!". This is one of the nicest histories of the beetle and other VW's from 1938-1967. Colin has a '56 Oval VW he purchased last year and recently photographed the Linford Family '54 Oval VW to be featured in a future publication.)
How To Keep Your Volkswagen Alive by John Muir. One of the best (and most famous) manuals of step-by-step procedures for maintaining your air cooled VW. For types I, II, III, IV, and Fuel Injection, with added sections on hi-performance, history, suppliers, clubs & publications. (A Linford "Pick of the Week!")
The VW Beetle (the new second edition) by Jonathan Wood.
The 1949-1959 VW Beetle by Bob Wilson.
VW Beetle, Performance Handbook by Keith Seume.
VW Beetle, Gold Portfolio 1968-1991 by Brookland Books, Ltd.
Original VW Bus: The Resorer's Guide to All Panel, Van, Pickup, Combi & Bus Models 1950-1979 by Laurence Meredith.
Original VW Beetle by Laurence Meredith.
The Beetle: Production History of the People's Car, 2nd Edition by Laurence Meredith.
VW Bus Custom Handbook by Laurence Meredith.
Volkswagen Beetle: The Rise from the Ashes of War by Dr. Simon Parkinson.
Beetle, Colour Family Album by Andrea and David Sparrow.
VW Bus, Camper, Van & Pickup by Andrea and David Sparrow.
Volkswagen Beetle: Portrait of a Legend by Edwin Baaske.
VW Transporter/Bus 1949-67 by Walter Zeichner.
Volkswagen: A Week at the Factory by Peter Keetman.
Auto Upholstery & Interiors by Bruce Caldwell.
Haynes VW Beetle & Karman Ghia Repair Manual, 1954-1979 by Haynes.
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The Testament
The Street Lawyer
The Partner
The Runaway Jury
The Rainmaker
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Timeline
Airframe
The Lost World
Jurassic Park
Congo
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Dave Barry Turns 50
by Dave Barry. (I just ordered this one myself!) To celebrate his 50th birthday--or at least survive it--Dave Barry looks back on his formative years as a quintessential boomer. The result functions as the goofiest of time capsules, preserving Silly Putty, sputnik, and streaking for future generations. The author also supplies his laugh-out-loud meditations on what exactly happens to his mind and body when "Dave Barry Turns 50".
The Joy of Work: Dilbert's Guide to Finding Happiness at the Expense of Your Co-Workers
by Scott Adams. (Just finished reading this book... it's funny and soooo true!) Quote from a reader in New York, NY, "Finally, Scott Adams wrote a book that is as good as 'Dilbert Principle'. A must for anyone in the work force, going into the workforce and wondering about the work force".
The Dilbert Principle
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