Arcade Treasures
by Bill Kurtz
Today, a sense of nostalgia and the irresistible urge to play have
combined to make arcade memorabilia and antique arcade games one
of the hottest collectible fields of our time.
This book is filled with 447 colour photos of the greatest games ever to
hit the arcade scene - the earliest arcades' strength testers and fortune
tellers, perennial favourites like baseball games and SKEE-BALL, wild
pinball games from the middle of the century, and modern electronic
video game like PAC MAN and Q*BERT.
While American manufacturers have maintained a solid grip on the
market, some interesting offerings are included from manufacturers of
other countries . Also included are a section on novelty products, a
detailed discussion of the development of different game trends, a
history of significant manufacturers and designers, and a thorough
price guide.
Kurtz shares tips on how to begin moving in the arcade trading circuit,
how to locate your favourite games, and how to maintain and repair
your collection. Beginning collectors and long-time fans alike will find
Kurtz's information helpful. With its foreword by Sha-Na-Na's Screamin'
Scott Simon this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the
games of yesteryear-and of today!
ISBN Number: 9780887406195
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 176
Publication Date: 1994
Publisher: Schiffer Books
Our Price : £29.95
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