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SCHIFFER PUBLISHING LTD

The Complete Pinball Book: Collecting the Game & Its History

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Condition
New
Dimensions
8.6 x 1.6 x 11.1 in
Weight
4.26 lb
Publisher
Schiffer
Publication date
April 15, 2011
Edition
Revised and Expanded 3rd
Language
English

Description

Pinball-ology! For enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who has flipped, bumped, or banked a silver ball, the 3rd revised edition of pinball amusements has arrived! Extensive historical research details the progression of pinball over the decades, with updated statistics and pricing values. Learn about the historic changes from electromechanical to solid state components, sounds to talking machines, all about flippers and bumpers, and world pinball information for this favorite pastime. Full-color photos of vintage 1930s through and including contemporary pinball machines are shown along with how- to tricks and slingshot treats. Varied themes are explored touching popular icons such as Indiana Jones, Charlie's Angels, and Flash Gordon, but wider topics such as cowboys and Indians, outer space, or beautiful women are here, too. A video-pinball list, video modes, and historical summary are included.Tilt! Read more

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Publisher Schiffer
Publication date April 15, 2011
Edition Revised and Expanded 3rd
Language English
Print length 320 pages
ISBN-10 0764337858
ISBN-13 57
Item Weight 4.26 pounds

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un livre indispensable sur tous les flippers
un livre qui détaille et liste tous les flippers construits de toutes les marques bien connues. ce bouquin permet aussi de faire un choix avant achat d'appareil, à conseiller.
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2017 by 58 skyliner
Pinball Wizard
Format: Hardcover
This is a great book to learn about the history of pinball and it's mechanisms. It covers past and present innovations in pinball plungers, flippers, coils, sound, etc. Lots of color photographs of classic machine's playfield and backglass will satisfy a pinball lover's appetite for pinball art. I highly recommended this book as a good introduction to pinball's colorful history. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2011 by D. LIPPERT
Vibrant
Format: Hardcover
Beautiful. Sold as used, but seemed new.
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2025 by S
Nice book
Anyone who is interested in pinball and its history may consider this book for their library. Complete with colorful photos and explanations of techniques, terms and general information, The Complete Pinball Book is a must for those who want to learn more about this fascinating past-time turned hobby. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2014 by cyberscrewed
Pretty good
Certainly informative about most pinball machines. My gripe is with a book this big and thick, I should not have been able to find a number of machines not included. Not just any pictures, but no mention what-so-ever. I must say though I was educated much further about pinball machine operations then I was ever aware of prior to looking at this book. Just a little disappointed that some of my favorite machines had no mention. I am a 60's 70's pinball machine lover. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2007 by D. Sherwood
Heavy, Thick and Full of Pics
Format: Hardcover
This is just my first impression as I haven't read it from front to back yet. Upon first flip through I was amazed how many color pics there are. They actually take up at least 1/2 to 3/4 of each page. I continued flipping expecting the pictures to stop but no, they kept on filling the pages. The only portion without pics is the "Lists" section obviously. Every pic has a written explanation and since pinball is a very visual game this book matches it nicely. I didn't want to get many books and was hoping this one would do to satisfy my thirst and I think it will. It covers all topics from the beginning history etc. I can't wait to start reading. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2012 by M.B.
Very Educating Book
Format: Hardcover
I bought this book hoping to learn more about vintage pinball machines before buying one. This book is extremely thorough. I highly recommend it to those wishing to educate themselves on vintage pinball machines.
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2013 by tagme
Written with passion
Format: Hardcover
Very nice pinball book. Very detailed and great pictures. Nice to see the interiors of pinballs too.
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2016 by Amazon Customer
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