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Summary: A hilarious and somewhat unnerving look at The Magic Kingdom
Review: A great book for people who like to know all the minutiae of anyplace, it's also a bit alarming how much information Koenig has accumulated about backstage life at the Happiest Place on earth. Some of the details are unflattering both to cast members and guests, but I can verify they are 100% true. A must-read for Disneyphiles, but not for the faint-hearted or weak-stomached.
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Summary: It's back.....!
Review: Are you obsessed with the mouse? Do you love Disneyland? Or are you just curious what makes Disney tick?Personally, I fit in with the last two questions. I have visited Disneyland numerous times and everytime I've always asked myself and (to their annoyance) my family how did the Disney company make such a place. This same question is often asked by an audience member watching a magic show -- how did s/he created the illusion? Well, this book reads like a truthful tabloid. Sounds like a contradiction? It's not. While I was reading this book I felt like I had picked up the latest issue of a weekly tabloid that proudly read on the front cover "Ex-employee of Disney tells all!" But this story is truth, unlike the majority of the tabloids, I'm sure. If you wanted to know how Disneyland works, read this book. I was laughing and enjoying the reading from cover to cover. Being an ex-amusement park employee myself (Legoland, CA. for over a year) I could related to a lot of the stories that were told by Disneland employees (or I should say cast members). This book will give you a new perspective about the mouse and his land. I think it's a very good read! Make sure you read the first book "Mouse Tales: A Behind-the-Ears Look At Disneyland" in addition to this one.
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Summary: Koenig Takes Another Bite Out of Mickey Mouse's Cheese
Review: As an author of a mystery novel in current release that uses a fictional Orange County amusement park as a primary setting, I was impressed by David Koenig's MORE MOUSE TALES. It is a follow-up to his hugely popular MOUSE TALES, yet I detected a slightly darker tone to this book. While I am convinced he struggled to be absolutely fair, Koenig provides quite a bit of space in this book to employee complaints. Still, I found MORE MOUSE TALES fascinating. Koenig obviously did his research. He knows his material. He is an excellent writer. MORE MOUSE TALES is a terrific book.
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Summary: He's done it again!
Review: David brings the insightful comments, funny stories, and random facts about the Magic Kingdom to the light as only he can! Wonderful behind the scenes info, as well as ride diagrams of several rides.. Great for anyone that really wants to see what's REALLY behind the castle.
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Summary: Dark Days in Disneyland
Review: Disneyland must be a very depressing place to work. At least that's the impression I get from reading "More Mouse Tales", David Koenig's followup to his earlier, lighthearted, much more fun "Mouse Tales". Apparently, having depleted his store of lighthearted anecdotes, Koenig has turned to tales told by disgruntled former employees who cannot accept the fact that Disneyland is run by a corporation and is no longer the spiritual child of founder "Uncle Walt". Any number of Disney hatchet jobs exist, even a monograph by journalist and novelist Carl Hiassen, and I know where to go if I want to read one of these anti-Disney tracts. In fact, I often do, just to gain a wider perspective; I am a Disney fan, but I keep my eyes open and my sense of reality polished. I was not expecting such a negative and depressing experience from reading this book however. Koenig focuses on tragedy, corruption, poor management and high prices here and only barely lets the reader up for air. No story is too sordid, no hearsay is too circumstancial to be included in "More Mouse Tales". Ironically, Koenig points out in his introduction that the sales of his earlier book and the resurgence in Disneyland attendance roughly coincided (don't be fooled, the comparison is bad science and bad mathematics) and, noting the recent poor attendance, suggests that maybe it's time for him to lend his assistance once again. Ladies and gentlemen, if this book is David Koenig's idea of assistance, don't ever let him change a flat tire for you. If you have a clear head and don't automatically leap onto a pro-Disney soapbox whenever someone criticizes, you may still enjoy this book. It includes plenty of insider info and lots of diagrams of beloved attractions. If you are a Disney-hater, you'll love it.
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Summary: Dark Days in Disneyland
Review: Disneyland must be a very depressing place to work. At least that's the impression I get from reading "More Mouse Tales", David Koenig's followup to his earlier, lighthearted, much more fun "Mouse Tales". Apparently, having depleted his store of lighthearted anecdotes, Koenig has turned to tales told by disgruntled former employees who cannot accept the fact that Disneyland is run by a corporation and is no longer the spiritual child of founder "Uncle Walt". Any number of Disney hatchet jobs exist, even a monograph by journalist and novelist Carl Hiassen, and I know where to go if I want to read one of these anti-Disney tracts. In fact, I often do, just to gain a wider perspective; I am a Disney fan, but I keep my eyes open and my sense of reality polished. I was not expecting such a negative and depressing experience from reading this book however. Koenig focuses on tragedy, corruption, poor management and high prices here and only barely lets the reader up for air. No story is too sordid, no hearsay is too circumstancial to be included in "More Mouse Tales". Ironically, Koenig points out in his introduction that the sales of his earlier book and the resurgence in Disneyland attendance roughly coincided (don't be fooled, the comparison is bad science and bad mathematics) and, noting the recent poor attendance, suggests that maybe it's time for him to lend his assistance once again. Ladies and gentlemen, if this book is David Koenig's idea of assistance, don't ever let him change a flat tire for you. If you have a clear head and don't automatically leap onto a pro-Disney soapbox whenever someone criticizes, you may still enjoy this book. It includes plenty of insider info and lots of diagrams of beloved attractions. If you are a Disney-hater, you'll love it.
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Summary: Great Insight but I'm saddened at current park atmosphere
Review: Having worked at Disneyland (67-74)I'm truly saddened at management's attention to bottom line dollars at the expense of the people that made Disneyland, Cast Members. I'm twenty-five years removed from my last day of employment (see page 191 for details) But putting that aside, my memories of Disneyland have always been of good times, particularly the social aspects of working there. David brings a harsh reality to what life in present day corporations is all about. Reduce costs at the expense of service , enhance shareholder equity. Particularly unsettling were the chapters on the Jungle Cruise and Maintenance Division. The Good Old Boy network survives at Disneyland. Always has, always will. On a positive note, recently spent a week at Walt Disney World and any morale and service related issues are certainly not in evidence. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
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Summary: Great Insider Book!
Review: I finished it in one sitting. I had read the first book years ago, and they are quite humorous, as well as insightful. It's more like an insiders view of Disneyland and it's inner workings, and failure among management. Interviews with current security, employees, and previous employees give you the behind the scenes stories you won't find many places. In fact, many of the people interviewed for the book wouldn't allow their names to be printed in fear of being fired! It's quite a remarkable book, IMHO. It details how low morale, job eliminations and lack of training lead to serious injury of two guests waiting in line in 1999, and one of them never regained consciousness and died a day later. It also details the more known Disney deaths, as well as the shenanigans employees played throughout the park, stories about the people inside the character costumes, and other assorted goodies. This book is full of little facts that I'm sure Eisner doesn't want you to know. I firmly believe Walt is spinning in his grave.
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Summary: Darker than the first book
Review: I have read both the first book and this book. The first "Mouse Tales" book was delightful, with it's history of Disneyland's conception and opening (and all of the tales of what went wrong), hi-jinks of its employees, and knowledge of how Disneyland has evolved. "More Mouse Tales" tells the story of the Disney empire as it becomes the "Evil Empire". It talks about the strike-breaking, the employee disgruntlement with stupid guests, the anger and hatred that goes one where none of the guests can see. As a Disney fanatic, I found the book to be more depressing than informative. The Disneyland protrayed in this book is less like "the dream that nearly wasn't" and more like a Coney Island with a new coat of paint. While it may be accurate, most Disney fans will finish this book with a sour taste in their mouths.
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Summary: Darker than the first book
Review: I have read both the first book and this book. The first "Mouse Tales" book was delightful, with it's history of Disneyland's conception and opening (and all of the tales of what went wrong), hi-jinks of its employees, and knowledge of how Disneyland has evolved. "More Mouse Tales" tells the story of the Disney empire as it becomes the "Evil Empire". It talks about the strike-breaking, the employee disgruntlement with stupid guests, the anger and hatred that goes one where none of the guests can see. As a Disney fanatic, I found the book to be more depressing than informative. The Disneyland protrayed in this book is less like "the dream that nearly wasn't" and more like a Coney Island with a new coat of paint. While it may be accurate, most Disney fans will finish this book with a sour taste in their mouths.
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