New Releases by Tom Tierney

This tribute to the beloved pontiff features paper dolls with a full array of papal attire, from the ordination robe to the mitre and crosier. Includes captions and biographical notes.

Carefully researched collection of 44 ready-to-color illustrations spotlights more than five centuries of fashions from India''s colorful past, among them the sari, a long, gracefully draped gown worn by women; full, trousers, worn by both sexes; jodphurs — trousers westernized into riding breeches; as well as Pashmina shawls, turbans, and other accessories.

This sparkling tribute features 2 dolls and 29 costumes from the famous pin-up girl's movie career, including apparel by such noted designers as Orry-Kelly, Charles LeMaire, and René Hubert.

Cross-dressing entertainers of both genders include comedic performers such as Jerry Lewis and Milton Berle, plus Barbra Streisand (Yentl), Dustin Hoffman (Tootsie), and others. 17 dolls and 30 costumes. Mature content.

From 1931's The Public Enemy, starring James Cagney and Jean Harlow, to Johnny Depp's 2009 portrayal of John Dillinger in Public Enemies, here are enough dolls and costumes to create 43 different goodfellas and gals. You'll find characters from The Godfather, Pulp Fiction, Scarface (both the original 1932 version and the 1983 remake), Casino, The Sopranos, and other favorites.

Spanning the fifth through 19th centuries, this sumptuous collection features two dolls with 14 outfits that were inspired by the works of Botticelli, Fra Angelico, Jan van Eyck, and Aubrey Beardsley. Historically accurate costumes, each sprinkled with a touch of glitter, include German, Persian, Italian, Spanish, American, French, and other styles.

The dean of detectives is a master of disguise so his doll comes with 10 different costumes. This set also includes 5 colleagues and adversaries: the loyal Dr. Watson, the nefarious Professor Moriarty, Inspector Lestrade of Scotland Yard, Mrs. Hudson, and Irene Adler, the only woman to outwit Holmes. Sixty interchangeable heads portray a variety of actors who have played Holmes and Watson over the years.

Two dolls model 14 elegant ensembles with billowing skirts. Includes elegant dinner and ball gowns, an equestrienne outfit, a lavish bridal gown, and more. Male figures in period attire accompany the ladies.

Two real-life characters in a 19th-century fairy tale romance come to life with a complete wardrobe of dazzling military uniforms, ball gowns, a riding costume, and coronation apparel.

11 dolls model 30 costumes worn in lavish musical extravaganzas. Figures of Anna Held, Helen Morgan, Billie Burke, Marilyn Miller, and other stars.

Colorful, exciting collection of 7 dolls and 31 costumes pays tribute to memorable roles performed by Broadway’s great ladies: Ethel Merman inAnnie Get Your Gun;Carol Channing inHello, Dolly!;Pearl Bailey in the African-American production of the same musical; Angela Lansbury as the effervescent star ofMame;Gwen Verdon inDamn Yankees;Julie Andrews in the award-winningMy Fair Lady;and Mary Martin as the definitive Peter Pan. A treasure trove that will delight students of fashion design, theater buffs, and paper doll fans of all ages.

This scrupulously researched, meticulously rendered collection spotlights multiple generations of a family for each decade of the twentieth century. Apparel includes everything from ankle-length tennis outfits and men''s formal wear of the 1910s to military outfits from both World Wars, high-fashion suits and dresses in the post WWI years, and wedding finery spanning several decades. These immediately useable illustrations have a host of applications for fashion and costume designers, fashion historians, and anyone looking for fashion images to use in art and craft projects. Informative notes on the costumes complete an outstanding collection documenting nearly 100 years of costume history.

Fifteen centuries of Spanish fashion, from the era of the Roman Empire through the rise of the Renaissance, appear in the accurate and meticulously rendered drawings of this coloring book. Its focus resides with the Arabic influences introduced by the Moors, who arrived in Spain in the eighth century and developed a thriving culture until they were driven out in 1492 during the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella.

Experience the magic of Camelot with a collection that includes figures of King Arthur at three periods in his life, Guinevere, Merlin, Lancelot, and other figures. Handsome period costumes include embellished tunics, gowns, and fur robes for the women; armor, tunics, breeches, and capes for the men. 10 dolls, 22 costumes.

2 handsome dolls and 16 authentic costumes: elaborately decorated tunics, brocaded silk stoles, shirts enhanced with patterned applique, pantaloons of rich silk, elaborate headdresses, and more.

Scores of carefully rendered illustrations depict more than 4,000 years of Celtic apparel-from cloaks worn by European Celts ca. 2000 b.c. to the plaid tunics of British-Celtic farm women (100 b.c.) and the elaborately embroidered costume of a 20th-century Irish step dancer. Fascinating, ready-to-color archive with detailed captions also includes illustrations of period headgear, footwear, and jewelry.

Eight leading ladies with costumes from 4 different movies each. Includes Cher from Moonstruck; Geena Davis from Beetlejuice; Glenn Close from Dangerous Liaisons; Michelle Pfeiffer from Batman Returns; Dolly Parton from Nine to Five; Daryl Hannah from The Clan of the Cave Bear; Jessica Lange from Frances; and Bette Midler from The Rose.

Entertaining collection recreates the wardrobe of the 43rd president of the United States, together with outfits worn by the First Lady Laura Bush and twin daughters Barbara and Jenna. Eight dolls are accompanied by 26 authentic, full-color costumes, including inaugural finery, ball gowns, business suits, sportswear, and more.

Four figures depict Her Majesty at various periods in her long life (along with one of her husband in full military dress). 22 costumes include robes of state for her 1937 coronation; a salmon pink gown worn for a ceremony honoring her 100th birthday in August 2000; and many other stylish outfits.

Colorful depictions of the famous monarch and all 6 of his queens include 9 dolls — one of each of the 6 wives, plus 3 of the king in early, middle, and later years. The 16 lavish costumes include royal armor and elegant gowns, all accurately rendered and with informative notes.

Outlines the clothing styles worn by the people of ancient Egypt.

Jane Fonda, Natalie Wood, Kim Novak, Anne Bancroft, Joanne Woodward, Barbra Streisand, Julie Andrews, Shirley MacLaine in costumes from Barbarella, West Side Story, Pal Joey, The Miracle Worker, more. 8 dolls, 32 costumes.

Three dolls, 28 costumes capture the highlights of St. Laurent''s distinguished career: a Mondrian-inspired dress, a satin-trimmed tuxedo, a day dress in the "trapeze" style, and much more.

11 dolls, including the Russian royal couple and their children, plus 20 sumptuous costumes for weddings, coronations, more. Introduction. Notes.

Two dolls and 16 lavish costumes: flamboyant tunics, shirts, and fur-lined gowns for the man; dresses of heavy brocade, embroidered velvet, satin, and damask for the lady.

Elegant paper doll collection features 31 evening dresses offered for charity auction by the late Princess. A keepsake treasure for paper doll collectors and Diana''s fans. 1 doll, 31 costumes. Notes.

2 dolls model 28 elegant costumes created for 11 czars, czarinas, and their consorts -- from garments of early rulers to late 19th- and early 20th-century military outfits of the Romanovs.

Includes 20 costumed figures and 14 additional outfits for the Confederate general, his wife, and their 7 children, among them military and civilian apparel and modest day wear for the women and children.

One doll and 8 costumes for the Lilac Fairy and the Fairy of the Crystal Fountain in The Sleeping Beauty, for Titania in A Midsummer Night''s Dream, and 5 other sprites.

Three generations of aristocratic family: 9 dolls and 24 accurate costumes: military outfits for men; simple day dresses and elegant party wear for the women.