Originally Posted By basil fan There are 4 Disney reference books that I consider must-haves: Encyclopedia of Animated Characters Leonard Maltin's Guide to Disney Films Disney A to Z Wonderful World of Disney Television The world needs a definitive reference book for the parks. I have several coffetable books on the subject, but none that serves the purpose I have in mind, namely, a book in which you can look up information, like a dictionary or encyclopedia, as opposed to one that tells about the parks in a narrative format. Has anybody ever seen a book like this? Phil's Hero Rules <a href="http://www.whatsitsgalore.com/disney/hero.html" target="_blank">http://www.whatsitsgalore.com/ disney/hero.html</a>
Originally Posted By trekkeruss A guidebook is somewhat like what you are asking for; but doesn't have much if any historical perspective. The closest thing I can think of that is encylopedic is the Nickel Tour book.
Originally Posted By gurgitoy2 Disney A-to-Z has quite a bit of the park stuff, like dates, names, etc. I see what you're saying though. A Disney parks encyclopedia would be very nice. Especially for wanting to look up a quick detail or date.
Originally Posted By basil fan I can imagine a book divided into sections for each park, and in each section a short listing for every attraction and show, either alphabetical or by date, including all changes and updates. Disney Glitches <a href="http://www.whatsitsgalore.com/glitch/disneyglitch.html" target="_blank">http://www.whatsitsgalore.com/ glitch/disneyglitch.html</a>