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The Encyclopedia of Toys is a comprehensive illustrated reference covering the history and development of toys from the eighteenth century through the twentieth century. Constance Eileen King, one of the foremost authorities on antique toys, explores dolls, teddy bears, toy soldiers, trains, mechanical and wind-up toys, tin lithograph toys, rocking horses, dollhouses, games, puzzles, and countless other playthings from Europe and America. Richly illustrated with photographs, the book explains how toys were made, their historical significance, the manufacturers behind them, and what makes certain examples especially collectible. It is both an enjoyable history of childhood and a valuable identification guide for antique toy collectors.