Re: Dave O'Neal's New Book
I am not going to defend or criticize David, but I think this deserves to be considered. I receive regular emails from EA and this one showed up yesterday. I have not been to the website recently, but this was about the book in question and David's statement as to where the proceeds go so I thought I would put it here (bolds by me):
"Hello everyone,
I'm so pleased to report that our very first book is done and ready to purchase now.
Called Anaheim Vacationland, this 244 page, full color book covers
the history of the Disneyland area from 1955 to today.
I have been working on this project since 2001, collection rare images, stories and interviews about all the crazy motels, neon signs, liquor stores, and such that encircle Disneyland now and in the 60's.
The book is a high quality book that measures 8.5inches x 11 inches.
Inside the book are hundreds of rare images of Tiki Motels, Western Motels, Space Age Motels and more! With a forward by Disney Legend Bob Gurr, and an introduction by Disney Hotel author Don Ballard! Plus Disney Legend Marty Sklar, and Buzz Price (the man who picked the location for Disneyland,
and even Roy Disney himself.
The book descibes my life growing up in the 80's in the motels around Disneyland,
and I always wondered what it was like before.... The book then goes back to
the birth of Anaheim, through the opening day of Disneyland and then becomes
a pictorial scrap book of old motels, ads, and more! Plus a look at the other theme
parks around Disneyland like Japanese Deer Park, Magic Mountain, Wide World
of Wax, Movieland, Movie World, Lion Country Safari and more!
The book is 244 pages of all color images, interviews, stories and more
from the history of Disneyland and Anaheim.
The first edition is a very limited printing, and much like the nickle tour
book, this will go fast.
The book's web site now has sample pages, more info about the book and
you can even buy the book right now!
All proceeds from the book will go to help the Anaheim Motel families.
Take a look now at the book by going to:
http://www.anaheimvacationland.com/
To purchase the book now, please go to:
http://01508f4.netsolstores.com/index.asp?...&ProdID=200
The book has been a project that has ben a labor of love for many years, and it
is wonderful that I can now share my passion for Disneyland and Anaheim
history with you.
Thank you for the support, I really appreciate it, and thank you for helping the people of Anaheim. All shipping will be through UPS with tracking.
David Oneal"