Disney-related Books

Birnbaum's Walt Disney World 2003 - The latest version of the popular guide to Walt Disney World. Contains details on each attraction, along with restaurants, shops, hotels, and other activities.

Building a Company: Roy O. Disney and the Creation of an Entertainment Empire - This book by Bob Thomas presents a great picture of the other Disney - Walt's brother Roy. While many consider Roy to be mainly a financial man, it should be remembered that he oversaw the construction of the first phase of Walt Disney World after his brother's death. This book is a great companion to Thomas's biography of Walt, also listed on this page.

Designing Disney's Theme Parks: The Architecture of Reassurance - This book gives a view of how Disney Parks are designed. The book was created in conjunction with a traveling exhibit of the same name.

Inside the Dream: The Personal Story of Walt Disney - A look at Walt Disney through personal stories by those who knew him best.

Mouse Tales: A Behind-The-Ears Look at Disneyland - An unauthorized look at Disneyland, with behind the scenes information on cast activities, lawsuits, inner workings of the park, and more.

Walt Disney: An American Original - The best biography of Walt Disney there is. Bob Thomas talked with family members, employees, and friends to present the best all-around picture of Walt.

The Art of the Incredibles - a look at the making of the latest Pixar movie, from concept sketches to the final computer-rendered images.

Disney Treasures - a wonderful book about interesting Disney items. Includes reproductions of such things as the first Disneyland tickets, a letter from Walt, and more, which are all removeable from the book.

How To Be Like Walt - Pat Williams takes a look at how to be successful by looking at the life of Walt Disney. Useful as a self-help book or a Disney biography, this book includes comments from several who knew and worked with Walt.