The Man Who Changed How Boys and Toys Were Made
By Bruce Watson
This book tells the amazing story of A.C. Gilbert (1884-1962), a magician, an athlete, a doctor, a millionaire�but most importantly, a boy at heart.� In a gripping, detailed narrative, Watson conjures up Gilbert as a self-created hero blessed with equal parts vision and determination. Watson re-creates not only the life of this genius, but also the world he lived in and the overwhelming influence he had upon his environment through his versatile invention.� This is an American tale�a story of remarkable inventiveness, enthusiasm, business savvy, determination and above all, the right idea at the right time.
This 211-paged book details the life and times of a true American original�the man who invented the Erector set and forever changed the nature of boyhood.� It contains eleven very informative yet story-like chapters, as well as a prologue giving some insight into how Gilbert�s Erector set touched the author�s life, an epilogue and an index.� This work will touch any boy, or boy at heart whose life was affected by Gilbert�s toy genius, or anyone wanting to get closer glimpse into the life of this American toy icon. Price: $24.95
25 photos and illustrations
5 1/2� x 8 1/2�
Hardcover