**The Bear Made Me Buy It: Product Advertising Bears** (1999)
automata appeared as mechanical figures that performed many and various acts
including the products of countries such as France
[AuthorName]By Derek Roberts[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Derek Roberts is a respected dealer and specialized collector of fine antique clocks
This is an invaluable and enjoyable resource for all glass enthusiasts
Beer Signs for the Collector MEDIT **The Bear Made Me BuyFrom Alpenbrau to Zima, this engaging book features more than 450 color photos of some of the most attractive beer signs ever created and provides an in depth look at this significant aspect of advertising art. Included are early wood and cardboard signs, animated, hanging, and wall mounted signs, electric lanterns, and clocksall presented in alphabetical order according to brand of beer. Special emphasis is given to electric, lighted, and animated