Pez From Austrian Invention To American Icon

The world’s one-and-only PEZ historian dispenses fun facts on the candy’s evolution from smoking substitute to childhood treat to pop culture collectible. PEZ is an American classic and a staple of many childhood memories. Yet it originated in Austria, where PEZ began in 1927 as compressed peppermint tablets marketed as an alternative to smoking. Upon arrival in the United States in 1952, PEZ quickly took a new direction, adding fruit flavors and three-dimensional character heads to top the dispensers. Now produced in Orange, Connecticut, the iconic PEZ brand is available in over eighty countries, selling more than sixty-five million dispensers annually and inspiring collectors and fans worldwide. Join the world’s first and only official PEZ historian, Shawn Peterson, on a journey of sweet proportions for an inside look at the world’s most cherished interactive candy. Includes photos

The world’s one-and-only PEZ historian dispenses fun facts on the candy’s evolution from smoking substitute to childhood treat to pop culture collectible. PEZ is an American classic and a staple of many childhood memories. Yet it originated in Austria, where PEZ began in 1927 as compressed peppermint tablets marketed as an alternative to smoking. Upon arrival in the United States in 1952, PEZ quickly took a new direction, adding fruit flavors and three-dimensional character heads to top the dispensers. Now produced in Orange, Connecticut, the iconic PEZ brand is available in over eighty countries, selling more than sixty-five million dispensers annually and inspiring collectors and fans worldwide. Join the world’s first and only official PEZ historian, Shawn Peterson, on a journey of sweet proportions for an inside look at the world’s most cherished interactive candy. Includes photos

"Want one?” That’s the anthem of the Pez world. No one can hold onto that little giraffe, Winnie the Pooh, or cowboy candy dispenser without tipping back the head and pushing the candy forward. So children of all ages who have ever popped a Pez will joyfully pore over this fascinating gem. It contains pictures of many of the imaginative, collectible, and valuable dispensers created over the past 50 years. More than 250 full-color photographs showcase the big cast of characters: They’re glowing with color and include animals, ghosts, witches, superheroes, clowns, and brides and grooms, as well as famous icons, such as Mickey Mouse and Tweety Bird. An introduction tells the fun, sweet story of the company, its candies, and its designs.

Combining two of kids' favorite things - candy and a toy - PEZ dispensers have been an essential childhood ingredient for nearly 50 years. Today these colorful candy dispensers are eagerly sought by collectors of all ages. &break;&break;Divided into a dozen subject categories, hundreds of dispensers and variations are covered, as well as advertising and display materials. An illustrated glossary, history, and up-to-date pricing information make this an indispensable reference for both beginning collectors and experienced "Pezheads" alike.

Nothing says childhood quite like PEZ. There's something nostalgic about these familiar little treats that bring back memories of yesteryear with each and every bite. But would you believe that your favorite PEZ didn't start out as the fruity candy we know and love today? It's true! In fact, this is one candy that has a history that may surprise you. PEZ is an American classic and a staple of many childhood memories. Yet it originated in Austria, where PEZ began in 1927 as compressed peppermint tablets marketed as an alternative to smoking. Upon arrival in the United States in 1952, PEZ quickly took a new direction, adding fruit flavors and three-dimensional character heads to top the dispensers. Now produced in Orange, Connecticut, the iconic PEZ brand is available in over eighty countries, selling more than sixty-five million dispensers annually and inspiring collectors and fans worldwide. Join the world's first and only official PEZ historian, Shawn Peterson, on a journey of sweet proportions for an inside look at the world's most cherished interactive candy.

The Ultimate Pez(r) Pal Handbook: Prices, Pictures, and Variations is intended to help educate all Pez(r) collectors about Pals. It should be a reference used for the numerous variations of these dispensers, as well as their prices, in order to avoid either pieced-together or fake Pals. The variations and prices in this book are a collaboration from more than 30 different people in the Pez(r) community, including dealers, collectors, and everyone in between. For years, people have been asking for a book that has pictures and prices for all the Pals, so out of those demands comes this guidebook, as complete and thorough as possible. Includes more than 1,000 variations!

The Ultimate Pez(R) Pal Handbook: Prices, Pictures, and Variations (Vol. 2) is intended to help educate all Pez(R) collectors about Pals. It should be a reference used for the numerous variations of these dispensers, as well as their prices, in order to avoid either pieced-together or fake Pals. The variations and prices in this book are a collaboration from more than 30 different people in the Pez(R) community, including dealers, collectors, and everyone in between. For years, people have been asking for a book that has pictures and prices for all the Pals, so out of those demands comes this guidebook, as complete and thorough as possible. Includes more than 1,000 variations! Vol. 2 of this guide includes NEW chapter cartoons, UPDATED Pal pricing, and much more for the avid collector.