Gerry Anderson Collectables (Paperback) (Rob Burman)

This book covers the whole range of collectables from the Gerry Anderson shows, from the 1960s to the present day. Ranging from Four Feather Falls (1959-60), Supercar (1961-62), Fireball Xl5 (1962) to the iconic Thunderbirds (mid 1960s) and Captain Scarlett, Rob Burman provides a detailed analysis of the numerous associated toys made by toy manufacturers around the globe, looking at the trends and identifying potential collectables for the future.

Due to the ongoing interest in Gerry Anderson's creations, this book will not only appeal to those collectors who remember the shows of the 1960s but also to a new generation. Published in the 50th anniversary year of Thunderbirds, when a new series will be released, this book is the ideal source of information for Gerry Anderson fans of all generations.

REVIEWS

lavishly illustrated with color photos. The author describes details of the items, tracks trends and identifies collectibles that might have future potential. Older readers will wax nostalgic from seeing iconic sci-fi vehicles, gadgets, action figures and toy figures, such as Timpo plastics depicting Captain Scarlet and his men of the Earth security organization Spectrum tasked with battling the Mysterons from Mars. Due to the continuing popularity of
Anderson’s creations, this informative book should hold visual appeal for a new generation of collectors too. Stashed somewhere in my attic is a superb little set of die-cast Thunderbirds vehicles. After reading this book, now I’ve got to dig them out and start my own countdown!
Toy Soldier and Model Figure Magazine