This beautiful book highlights in pictures and words 50 years of history surrounding the world's most famous figurines. An artistic expression of the entire M.I. Hummel collection, the figurines come to life, radiating the charm that has enchanted millions of people around the world. 361 illustrations, including 332 full-color plates.

"Based on questionnaires and confidential interviews with hundreds of typical American boys and girls, here is the completely factual, definitive report on the sexual behavior of our young pre-adults. They are that large segment of our society not yet ready for the responsibilities of marriage, but physically adult and required to cope with mature urges of power, place and sex." -- From back cover.

Explains how the famous Hummel figurines are made, offers profiles of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, the original artist, and looks at the entire collection of figurines, plates, dolls, and bells