The core of this encyclopedia is an illustrated catalogue containing colour photographs of over 500 teddy bears. A 24-page directory charts the manufacturing history of teddy bears and comprehensive address lists supply information on museums, clubs and specialist shops. The book also covers such bear-related topics as manufacturing, collecting, care and repair, valuation, joining clubs and attending auctions. Altogether, this encyclopedia contains over 1300 illustrations, including rare shots of the earlier European and American teddies in production.