Books in Dover Victorian Paper Dolls series

Take an entertaining and educational journey to the African continent with the help of this vibrant paper doll collection. Artist Yuko Green has meticulously researched and carefully rendered two dolls and 29 traditional costumes for an attractive African couple. Reflecting the rich diversity of tribal costumes, the garments include brilliantly colored robes displaying geometrical designs on kente cloth, worn by an Ashanti woman and man from Ghana; imported printed cotton outfits for an Itsekiri woman of Nigeria and her child; a loose-flowing agbada gown for a Yoruba man, animal skins adorning a Luo warrior from Kenya, simply draped robes and striped shawls for a Masai man and woman, and much else. Accompanied by authentic headdresses, shields, beaded jewelry, a decorative ceremonial sword, drums, masks, and other tribal artifacts, this colorful collection of traditional costumes is ideal as a classroom teaching aid but will also delight paper doll fans, costume designers, and admirers of African culture.

Return to the enchanting world of Oz with Dorothy and her pals! L. Frank Baum's ever-popular tale springs to life with this colorful collection of fifteen beloved characters and twenty-three costumes. Based on the original W. W. Denslow art, the dolls include Dorothy, her dog Toto, the Tin Woodman, Scarecrow, and Cowardly Lion, as well as other denizens of Oz — witches good and evil, winged monkeys, and of course, the Wizard himself! Dress them up, re-create the fun and frights they encounter along the yellow brick road, and let your imagination go over the rainbow. This tribute to an all-American classic is sure to delight generations of paper doll enthusiasts and memorabilia collectors.

Here come the brides . . . from Sweden, Zimbabwe, Japan, Bali, Mexico, and other lands the world over! Four beautiful dolls from Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America model 28 stunning bridal outfits. Their gowns represent faithful reproductions of regional attire as well as modern interpretations of traditional styles, including Celtic robes of medieval Britain, a scarlet Indian sari, a Chinese silk tunic, a white satin dress from Ghana, a Balinese sarong, a Jewish bridal gown from Sheba, Japanese kimonos, a Hungarian lace dress, and another 20 gorgeous costumes. Notes on each bridal ensemble offer fascinating insights into cultural traditions

Spanning three generations, an American colonial family of eight is shown in period attire in a variety of situations as they live out the drama of the American Revolution and its aftermath.The 32 authentic costumes are further enhanced by Tom Tierney's well-researched and scrupulously accurate text. Together they offer fashion and costume historians a precise, full-color view of prevailing fashions and trends of the late eighteenth century. Paper doll enthusiasts of all ages will delight in these finely rendered figures in typical Colonial raiment, while aficionados of Americana will follow with rapt attention this sartorial record of one family's progress through pre- and post-Revolution to a final frontier expedition.

Here's the catch of the day — a lovely water nymph with an elegant wardrobe and jewelry that shimmers in the sunlight. Her 8 lavish costumes are trimmed with ruffles, gems, seashells, and flowers, and they're accented with matching tiaras, bracelets, and earrings. There's also an ocean background, shells, fish, and a treasure chest to create an underwater scene. Plus, the doll is punch-out for easy removal.

From modern interpretations of Aztec apparel to authentic depictions of ethnic folk ensembles, these four dolls and their wardrobe of 22 outfits recapture the vibrant history of Mexican folk dance costumes. Serapes, sombreros, embroidered blouses and skirts, and other colorful garments include a wedding dance costume from Veracruz, a Zapotec gown from Oaxaca, and other regional attire. Notes on the costumes explain their origins and influences.

Alexander McQueen — the "Master of the Fantastic" — is making headlines once again as Kate Middleton wore a gown designed by Sarah Burton of the House of McQueen for her wedding to Prince William. This paper doll tribute to the fashion superstar recaptures the circus-like atmosphere of McQueen's sensational shows, which combined avant-garde design with technology and performance art. Includes 3 dolls and more than 30 costumes.

Step into the magical world of your favorite storybook heroines. This imaginative collection will delight lovers of children's literature and paper doll fans of all ages! A colorful wardrobe of eight costumes worn by characters from favorite childhood books accompanies the figure of a lovely little girl. Dress her in the famous blue-and-white checkered dress of Dorothy from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz; Wendy Darling's long, airy nightgown from Peter Pan; a playful outdoor ensemble, complete with a soft red hat, worn by The Secret Garden's Mary Lennox; Heidi's dirndl, a traditional peasant frock, and other memorable dresses from the pages of beloved classics we've grown up with — and grown to love.