disneyland (calif.)

"With the defeat of the Overtakers behind them, the five teenagers known as the Kingdom Keepers should be celebrating. By all accounts they saved Disneyland from certain destruction. Why then did their mentor leave one last puzzle for them to decipher? The Keepers must solve a puzzle of the past, or be crushed under an evil that makes the Overtakers seem like gentle souls"--Provided by publisher.

When five present-day teenagers known as the Kingdom Keepers travel back to 1955 for Disneyland's Opening Day, the early days of the Tower of Terror, the origin of the Overtakers, and the real power of magic unfold in an unexpected series of events that propels the Keepers into a darkness no one saw coming.

Almost before they can walk off the stage of their high school graduations, Finn, Willa, Philby, Maybeck, and Charlene are whisked away to Disneyland to combat the evil magic a Disney witch doctor has awoken beneath an Aztec temple.

A visual exploration of all things Disney, from the animated and live-action movies to the theme parks and attractions that have made Disney the beloved brand it is today, with pictures of rarely seen treasures from the archives, including concept art, original story sketches, early merchandise, a range of movie posters, collectibles, props, and art from more than ninety years of Disney storytelling and entertainment.

"With the defeat of the Overtakers behind them, the five teenagers known as the Kingdom Keepers should be celebrating. By all accounts they saved Disneyland from certain destruction. Why then did their mentor leave one last puzzle for them to decipher? The Keepers must solve a puzzle of the past, or be crushed under an evil that makes the Overtakers seem like gentle souls"--Provided by publisher.

Reveals the conceptualization and completion of the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disney theme parks and its transformation to the big screen. Shows rare concept sketches, original story synopses, and architectural drawings of the theme parks. Provides an insider view of the motion picture development, including the use of costumes, sets, story enhancements, and computer technology.

Examines the lives and contributions of core members of the creative team that helped Walt Disney develop Disneyland and other Disney parks, and includes artwork and photographs.