CLAUDE COATS

“Matt Mason thrives at the crossroads of Disney and Whitman. This is page-turning poetry that is Walt-to-Walt nostalgia sprinkled with cinnamon-sugared fairy dust. At the Corner of Fantasy and Main is an E-ticket ride back to an age of cinnamon sugar-coated vacation fantasies seen through the Viewmaster with a poet’s perspective. You will want to get back in line to ride these poems again and again.”

“Teddy Roosevelt in 3D? You are going to love the result. You can almost smell the sulfur burbling from the mudpots or hear the deafening sound of the waterfalls at Yellowstone as these images of the past snap to life before your eyes.”

“When author David A. Bossert left a long career in animation at the Walt Disney Studios, the company gave him the gift of his vintage animator’s desk to take home. The history of the dinged-up, nicotine-stained workhorse used by generations of artists intrigued him, and now we have the definitive guide to the work of a designer who not only created the studio buildings but the gorgeous and highly specialized furniture for the directors, writers, and animators who filled them. Weber’s original drawings are magnificent, and historic photos of the designer inspecting the work side by side with Uncle Walt highlights the level of detail that the Burbank studio has always been famous for.”

“Claude Coats brought joy to people who perhaps didn’t even know who he was. Bossert’s book shines a bright light on this talented, unassuming creative whose contributions literally helped make Disneyland the great place on earth that it is. What a special story so very deserving of being told!”

"These designs and pieces of furniture served as an iconic hallmark of the Disney Animation Studios for decades… With stunning historical photographs, testimonials, insights from the people who spent their time working on these unique pieces of furniture, and concept illustrations by Weber himself, this book unveils yet another chapter in the storied history of the Disney Studios… all the knowledge that’s out there about the Disney culture and all the people who clamor for any new detail, it’s surprising to see a book like this release with so much new information to pore over. It stems from the ideal source, however, what with Bossert’s firsthand accounts, company contacts and relationships, and his desire to share the Disney history… it may seem like a very niche, specific topic, the level of design and craftsmanship will catch the eye of buffs of architecture, design, animation, woodworking, or simply striking aesthetics."

"3D Disneyland has the WOW! factor, covering the history of Disneyland in a unique way by utilizing three dimensional photographs of the theme park, most of which were taken by Disney special effects animator Ted Kierscey. This book will bring back great memories for anyone who has attended Disneyland in years past. It is also a fantastic resource for younger Disney fans that want to be immersed in the theme park’s history. If you are looking for a great gift for yourself or others, this book comes highly recommended for anyone who is a fan of Walt Disney.”

"The Making of Disneyland: From Toad Hall to the Haunted Mansion and Beyond by David A. Bossert tells the story of one of the most influential, yet unassuming players to have helped Walt Disney achieve success, creating an impact in the creative company that left ripples across the ages. . . The prose is not just excellent but enticing and gorgeous, and David A. Bossert has the exceptional ability to communicate compelling imagery, arresting the attention of readers with a voice that is irresistible. Readers will enjoy this book, from the Foreword by Coats’ son to the eye-catching, colorful work of the artist. Claude Coats: Walt Disney’s Imagineer is the perfect portrait of the man who gave Walt’s work its pulse and creative energy, and fans of Disneyland will be thrilled to have this book on their shelves. It is a biographical work that is as engaging as it is entertaining.”

“One of the finest Disney titles I have read in recent years; what a masterful piece of work that chronicles Claude's career and details great insights into the attractions/projects he worked on.”

“I know all fans of Dave, and George, and great human endeavors captured in art, will treasure this collection.”