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The Snoopy Treasures
An illustrated celebration of the world's most famous beagle!
Although it's not the "great American novel" written atop his doghouse, this book is pure Snoopy. The heart of the long-running, beloved comic strip Peanuts, Snoopy is an instantly recognizable character around the world. The pages in this comprehensive volume cover Snoopy's inspiration, first appearances, and his evolution into the lovable character from the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm we're familiar with today. Get the scoop on his relationships with his best friend, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the gang. Snoopy fans will treasure the collection of removable memorabilia and fun illustrations from the Schulz museum, while enjoying the extensive knowledge of Nat Gertler, an expert on the subject of Peanuts. Fling yourself into this book and join in the happy dance!
Although it's not the "great American novel" written atop his doghouse, this book is pure Snoopy. The heart of the long-running, beloved comic strip Peanuts, Snoopy is an instantly recognizable character around the world. The pages in this comprehensive volume cover Snoopy's inspiration, first appearances, and his evolution into the lovable character from the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm we're familiar with today. Get the scoop on his relationships with his best friend, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the gang. Snoopy fans will treasure the collection of removable memorabilia and fun illustrations from the Schulz museum, while enjoying the extensive knowledge of Nat Gertler, an expert on the subject of Peanuts. Fling yourself into this book and join in the happy dance!
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176 pages, Paperback
First published November 10, 2015
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November 12, 2018
'The Snoopy Treasures' is undoubtedly a must-have book for any Peanuts and Snoopy fan. The chapters delve into various aspects of Snoopy in a concise, precise and informative manner.
There's so much to love about this book from its well-researched and well-written content to its wonderful visuals. Best of all, there were packets throughout the book containing some truly collector-worthy memorabilia.
Overall, it was an absolute pleasure to read 'The Snoopy Treasures' which I would definitely recommend to everyone who loves this beagle and the Peanuts comics.
There's so much to love about this book from its well-researched and well-written content to its wonderful visuals. Best of all, there were packets throughout the book containing some truly collector-worthy memorabilia.
Overall, it was an absolute pleasure to read 'The Snoopy Treasures' which I would definitely recommend to everyone who loves this beagle and the Peanuts comics.
February 5, 2022
I love and enjoyed this book. Glad I have it since I love Snoopy. It was fun and entertaining. Quite lovable and makes me want to read all the comic strips. It also brought back childhood memories and made me nostalgic for a simpler life. Love the memorabilia included in the pockets, like a bookmark and a bumper sticker.
February 23, 2017
42 WORD REVIEW:
Presented like a deluxe collection of comics — an odd format for its purpose — the Snoopy Treasury is more a potted history of the Snoopy (not Peanuts) phenomenon, exploring Snoopy’s development within Schulz’s strips and his many, many manifestations in the outside world.
Presented like a deluxe collection of comics — an odd format for its purpose — the Snoopy Treasury is more a potted history of the Snoopy (not Peanuts) phenomenon, exploring Snoopy’s development within Schulz’s strips and his many, many manifestations in the outside world.
May 26, 2018
For Snoopy lovers and informative read and fun too.
September 15, 2018
I loved this! The special memorabilia inside the packets were an added bonus. All the the information was fun to learn, even if I already knew some of it!
November 21, 2015
If you went to the movies to see the newest Peanuts film, The Peanuts Movie, which skyrocketed to the top of the box office upon its release, you know love for Snoopy and Charles M. Schulz’s cartoon characters endure. My family who are longtime, super loyal fans of Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the gang await every TV holiday special despite owning the DVDs and drink our morning coffee out of mugs emblazoned with familiar and fond Peanuts images. In the annals of my family history, it is said that at 11 months old I stood rapt in my playpen, watching the Christmas special, transfixed by the characters and action and could not stop babbling during it.
Although as a family we consider ourselves connoisseurs, there’s always room to learn more. Do I really know everything there is to know about Snoopy even though a stuffed version resides on my bed? Remember that he’s a complex, multifaceted character with layers of personality, his thoughts merely expressed in a bubble above his renowned bulbous nose, his actions speaking louder than words.
In order to really consider myself a Snoopy expert, I read the new book, The Snoopy Treasures, written by Snoopy expert and author of several Peanuts books and AAUGH http://aaugh.com/wordpress/ , Nat Gertler, to uncover any remaining mysteries about Snoopy and solidify my knowledge of this amazing beagle. What you will learn when you read the new overview on Snoopy are his origins, his international impact on popular culture and how he is still so beloved more than 50 years from his conception.
When I received the book in the mail, it couldn’t have arrived at a better time. I’d just come home from viewing the new Peanuts movie on opening day and was jazzed by it, wearing my Snoopy shirt, awash in nostalgia and ready to watch more or crack open a comic book. I cradled the package as if it were fragile and handled the book with care, promising my 10-year old son that he could read it when I was done but ensuring it was well hidden from eager hands.
You could play a Where’s Waldo? Type game with Snoopy because he’s so entrenched in our culture and such an international pop culture icon. He’s everywhere! Usually, though, Snoopy plays an overt part in any arena he performs in and/or is present, and we love him for it! In The Snoopy Treasures, each chapter covers not only his biography and family tree but also his paw print on pop culture. For instance, the different roles he plays like Joe Cool and the Easter Beagle; his forays into varied sports including tennis, ice skating, baseball, etc.; the military and in space. Also, covered is his presence on television, in music, fashion and the art world; how he’s charmed fans of many generations, countries and lifestyles; and how he’s become such an important part of our cultural landscape and, oddly enough, the geographic landscape (see Chapter 11 for details). Snoopy’s the dog that can do anything, be anything and inspires that greatness in us all including his loyal owner, Charlie Brown.
Amid the full-color illustrations of Snoopy throughout the book, you will find comic panels displaying memorable moments in Snoopy and Peanuts history as well as notable memorabilia and familiar faces like the creator himself, Charles M. Schulz. Little known tidbits and things you may not remember about Snoopy pepper the book. For example, did you know that the familiar phrase, “Happiness is a Warm Puppy,” originally proclaimed by Lucy in a daily 4-panel strip, inspired people as diverse and famous as Johnny Carson to John Lennon in their own creative endeavors? Within each chapter, you will find a pocket containing “treasures” (hence the title) like the 1973 Coca-Cola paper giveaway of the Red Baron to the last tear-jerking comic strip announcing Charles M. Schulz’s retirement. Simple touches like these make this book more than just a history but a collector’s item, too, and treasure in and of itself.
Wouldn’t you like to find a copy of The Snoopy Treasures under your Christmas tree? Just perusing its pages brings nostalgia to longtime fans and will drum up interest in new ones. It sure did in me. Although it references the new movie, it’s not a tie-in product; it’s simply a paean to Snoopy. So if you love Snoopy, this book is for you. From the newest, youngest fan to the foremost Snoopy purist and connoisseur, this book will create renewed interest in the comics and TV specials and remind you why the World’s Most Famous Beagle is also the most beloved.
Although as a family we consider ourselves connoisseurs, there’s always room to learn more. Do I really know everything there is to know about Snoopy even though a stuffed version resides on my bed? Remember that he’s a complex, multifaceted character with layers of personality, his thoughts merely expressed in a bubble above his renowned bulbous nose, his actions speaking louder than words.
In order to really consider myself a Snoopy expert, I read the new book, The Snoopy Treasures, written by Snoopy expert and author of several Peanuts books and AAUGH http://aaugh.com/wordpress/ , Nat Gertler, to uncover any remaining mysteries about Snoopy and solidify my knowledge of this amazing beagle. What you will learn when you read the new overview on Snoopy are his origins, his international impact on popular culture and how he is still so beloved more than 50 years from his conception.
When I received the book in the mail, it couldn’t have arrived at a better time. I’d just come home from viewing the new Peanuts movie on opening day and was jazzed by it, wearing my Snoopy shirt, awash in nostalgia and ready to watch more or crack open a comic book. I cradled the package as if it were fragile and handled the book with care, promising my 10-year old son that he could read it when I was done but ensuring it was well hidden from eager hands.
You could play a Where’s Waldo? Type game with Snoopy because he’s so entrenched in our culture and such an international pop culture icon. He’s everywhere! Usually, though, Snoopy plays an overt part in any arena he performs in and/or is present, and we love him for it! In The Snoopy Treasures, each chapter covers not only his biography and family tree but also his paw print on pop culture. For instance, the different roles he plays like Joe Cool and the Easter Beagle; his forays into varied sports including tennis, ice skating, baseball, etc.; the military and in space. Also, covered is his presence on television, in music, fashion and the art world; how he’s charmed fans of many generations, countries and lifestyles; and how he’s become such an important part of our cultural landscape and, oddly enough, the geographic landscape (see Chapter 11 for details). Snoopy’s the dog that can do anything, be anything and inspires that greatness in us all including his loyal owner, Charlie Brown.
Amid the full-color illustrations of Snoopy throughout the book, you will find comic panels displaying memorable moments in Snoopy and Peanuts history as well as notable memorabilia and familiar faces like the creator himself, Charles M. Schulz. Little known tidbits and things you may not remember about Snoopy pepper the book. For example, did you know that the familiar phrase, “Happiness is a Warm Puppy,” originally proclaimed by Lucy in a daily 4-panel strip, inspired people as diverse and famous as Johnny Carson to John Lennon in their own creative endeavors? Within each chapter, you will find a pocket containing “treasures” (hence the title) like the 1973 Coca-Cola paper giveaway of the Red Baron to the last tear-jerking comic strip announcing Charles M. Schulz’s retirement. Simple touches like these make this book more than just a history but a collector’s item, too, and treasure in and of itself.
Wouldn’t you like to find a copy of The Snoopy Treasures under your Christmas tree? Just perusing its pages brings nostalgia to longtime fans and will drum up interest in new ones. It sure did in me. Although it references the new movie, it’s not a tie-in product; it’s simply a paean to Snoopy. So if you love Snoopy, this book is for you. From the newest, youngest fan to the foremost Snoopy purist and connoisseur, this book will create renewed interest in the comics and TV specials and remind you why the World’s Most Famous Beagle is also the most beloved.
December 14, 2015
My husband is a big history buff and loves to learn the history behind just about everything. Who doesn’t love Snoopy though? He’s the most loved beagle in the world.
This is a great gift for anyone that loves Snoopy and the whole peanuts gang. It was great to learn the history of our beloved friend and to see how he’s changed over the years.
I love the unique keepsakes that are part of the book too. There are ten pieces of pullout memorabilia: an original Schulz drawing, a Snoopy baseball pennant (popular dorm décor in the 60s and 70s), a letter from President Ronald Reagan to Schulz, a bookmark, a bumper sticker, a punch out model of the Red Baron’s plane, the last Peanuts strip ever printed, and more.
This is a great gift for anyone that loves Snoopy and the whole peanuts gang. It was great to learn the history of our beloved friend and to see how he’s changed over the years.
I love the unique keepsakes that are part of the book too. There are ten pieces of pullout memorabilia: an original Schulz drawing, a Snoopy baseball pennant (popular dorm décor in the 60s and 70s), a letter from President Ronald Reagan to Schulz, a bookmark, a bumper sticker, a punch out model of the Red Baron’s plane, the last Peanuts strip ever printed, and more.
January 27, 2016
I am in LOVE with Snoopy and the whole Peanuts gang! This is THE BOOK to have for any fan of Snoopy. It has everything you want to know about Snoopy! I am still working my way thorough this book and savoring every word about the fun loving and adventurous beagle that I grew up loving and still love as an adult! 5 stars
March 15, 2016
This is all about Snoopy, so the book automatically gets a bunch of stars. Snoopy's many alter egos and personas are summarized. However, the best way to get to know Snoopy is to just read the comic strips. There are bonus goodies: pockets with removable art prints, poster, bumper sticker, bookmark. I can't keep them, though, because this is a library book. :(
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