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One Day at Disney: Meet the People Who Make the Magic Across the Globe by Bruce Steele, Bob Iger
southern_librarian's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
One Day at Disney introduces loads of people who work in all the many different Disney areas. There are of course those who work in the parks... and also some who work for ESPN. Or Marvel. Or Broadway. The photographs of the people and places were amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed looking at each one and reading the descriptions. I had the joy of visiting Disney World (Florida, USA) a few years ago, and this book brought back so many happy memories of a wonderful trip with my family.
(My only tiny quibble is the layout. It's separated into three-hour chunks, but then not a lot of mention is given within any chapter to the time of day. I think it would've been better organized by role or by geographic location. Just my two cents.)
(My only tiny quibble is the layout. It's separated into three-hour chunks, but then not a lot of mention is given within any chapter to the time of day. I think it would've been better organized by role or by geographic location. Just my two cents.)
soulkissed2003's review against another edition
4.0
My family loves Disney -- the theme parks, the movies, the characters. So when this book came out we certainly wanted to check it out. Many other families we knew were buying it up immediately, hopeful that their kids would enjoy it. While I did enjoy it, I'm glad I didn't rush out and purchase it at full price. I ended up requesting it from the local library instead. That was the right choice for us.
The book is a series of one or two page profiles of people who make the magic at Disney, across its many methods of entertaining fans. The concept is to take you through a day at Disney, around the world. This idea was nice in that it covered the parks and news outlets around the world, allowing a brief focus on many aspects of Disney, not just say, Magic Kingdom or Disneyland, for example.
My favorite pages were about everyday folks who keep the parks running and make a great experience for guests, like the retired nurse who works on Main Street USA in Orlando, or the actress who portrays Dory in the Finding Nemo show at Animal Kingdom. The photography is an important aspect of the book, and I enjoyed that as well. This would make a great coffee table book, but I'm not sure it's really meant to be the kind of book that you sit and read cover to cover. I found myself skimming over quite a bit of the text and focusing on what interested me most.
I'll be returning this to the library, and not making a purchase. It was fun but there are many other books out there to read. And while my kids occasionally peered over my shoulder and asked a couple of questions, this was not one that was geared towards children, and it's not something I think they would ever pick up on their own to flip through more than once or twice.
The book is a series of one or two page profiles of people who make the magic at Disney, across its many methods of entertaining fans. The concept is to take you through a day at Disney, around the world. This idea was nice in that it covered the parks and news outlets around the world, allowing a brief focus on many aspects of Disney, not just say, Magic Kingdom or Disneyland, for example.
My favorite pages were about everyday folks who keep the parks running and make a great experience for guests, like the retired nurse who works on Main Street USA in Orlando, or the actress who portrays Dory in the Finding Nemo show at Animal Kingdom. The photography is an important aspect of the book, and I enjoyed that as well. This would make a great coffee table book, but I'm not sure it's really meant to be the kind of book that you sit and read cover to cover. I found myself skimming over quite a bit of the text and focusing on what interested me most.
I'll be returning this to the library, and not making a purchase. It was fun but there are many other books out there to read. And while my kids occasionally peered over my shoulder and asked a couple of questions, this was not one that was geared towards children, and it's not something I think they would ever pick up on their own to flip through more than once or twice.
ginabelle's review against another edition
5.0
So much love for this! I can’t say enough positive things so I may not even try other then this was a brilliant project to highlight the variety of hardworking Cast Members that collaborate to make the magic! Thank you so much!
laheath's review against another edition
5.0
I'm a huge Disney fan, so I thought this book was great! It's a day-in-the-life look at cast members at work. From jobs big to small, well-known and not, at Disney parks and companies around the world, it gives readers a glimpse into the complexities of how they make the magic happen on so many levels. It's a fun, behind-the-scenes look into operations, without destroying the magic. I never would have imagined that so many unique careers exist!
neverlandcallie's review against another edition
5.0
“I believe that where words end, art begins.” - Jose Zelaya
What a beautiful book! If you love Disney, have ever dreamed of working for Disney, or are just curious about the people who make the magic, this is the book for you.
Definitely glad I added this one to my collection.
What a beautiful book! If you love Disney, have ever dreamed of working for Disney, or are just curious about the people who make the magic, this is the book for you.
Definitely glad I added this one to my collection.
elisquared's review against another edition
5.0
When I was selected for this blog tour, I screamed. I have been wanting this book since I found out about it, and I have another copy waiting to ship out on December 3rd. Why you may ask? Because I am a DISNEY FANATIC!
My whole family lives, eats, and breathes Disney. We've been Annual Passholders since I was a child. We've seen almost every Disney movie (both animated and not), and yes, I'm talking even the old ones. We've been to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, with plans on Disneyland Paris next year. We only go on Disney cruises (5 and counting). We've been to D23 (and would love to go again). We decorate our house with Disney. We collect Disney. WE LOVE DISNEY. So to be able to get my grubby mitts on this book all about working at Disney was amazing!!
Now, no matter how you feel about the Walt Disney Company, you have to admit, they put on a show for their guests. And in order to put that show on, they have to have a lot of help! Each cast member I have ever interacted with, from the maintenance staff to the head chef, has been welcoming and full of that Disney magic. To get to see the breath of jobs at the Walt Disney Company, and read about that cast members individual experience was so cool. You learn exactly what they do, and the possibilities are endless. While reading this book, I also learned some new things, which always makes me smile. Like the one cast member, Thom Self, who is an Attraction Machinist at Disneyland. Part of his job entails him diving under water to fix machine parts, like the animatronics in The Jungle Cruise, for example!! I didn't know that was a job!
Each chapter within the book is broken down into periods of time, starting with 12:00AM all the way through 12:00PM (hence, the title). This allows the book to focus not only on the U.S. Disney properties and jobs, but the international ones too! Besides the very cool interviews with actual working cast members, the photographs that accompany each essay are gorgeous! They showcase the cast member and some other bits that involve their job. Also, the addition of the documentary will really connect with the book. You can do a trial of Disney+ if you want to check the documentary out on December 5th! As a subscriber (pay for it all myself), I feel like it is definitely worth it.
I loved One Day at Disney, and it is the perfect coffee table book for my Disney crazy house.
My whole family lives, eats, and breathes Disney. We've been Annual Passholders since I was a child. We've seen almost every Disney movie (both animated and not), and yes, I'm talking even the old ones. We've been to both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, with plans on Disneyland Paris next year. We only go on Disney cruises (5 and counting). We've been to D23 (and would love to go again). We decorate our house with Disney. We collect Disney. WE LOVE DISNEY. So to be able to get my grubby mitts on this book all about working at Disney was amazing!!
Now, no matter how you feel about the Walt Disney Company, you have to admit, they put on a show for their guests. And in order to put that show on, they have to have a lot of help! Each cast member I have ever interacted with, from the maintenance staff to the head chef, has been welcoming and full of that Disney magic. To get to see the breath of jobs at the Walt Disney Company, and read about that cast members individual experience was so cool. You learn exactly what they do, and the possibilities are endless. While reading this book, I also learned some new things, which always makes me smile. Like the one cast member, Thom Self, who is an Attraction Machinist at Disneyland. Part of his job entails him diving under water to fix machine parts, like the animatronics in The Jungle Cruise, for example!! I didn't know that was a job!
Each chapter within the book is broken down into periods of time, starting with 12:00AM all the way through 12:00PM (hence, the title). This allows the book to focus not only on the U.S. Disney properties and jobs, but the international ones too! Besides the very cool interviews with actual working cast members, the photographs that accompany each essay are gorgeous! They showcase the cast member and some other bits that involve their job. Also, the addition of the documentary will really connect with the book. You can do a trial of Disney+ if you want to check the documentary out on December 5th! As a subscriber (pay for it all myself), I feel like it is definitely worth it.
I loved One Day at Disney, and it is the perfect coffee table book for my Disney crazy house.
oddandbookish's review against another edition
5.0
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review as part of a blog tour.
When I first heard about this book I was beyond excited because I actually have the old One Day at Disney book that Disney put out in 2000. That book shows one day at the Disney parks.
This book goes above and beyond the parks and shows cast members in all areas of the company. I loved the range of people and jobs they showcased. One of my favorites was Thomas Self, who checks the underwater mechanics of The Jungle Cruise. Who knew that Disneyland had divers to do that? My other favorite was Cyril Soreau, who is a fruit and Vegetable sculptor at Disneyland Paris. Aside from park jobs, jobs in Imagineering, television/film, hospitality, and live entertainment were all featured.
The write-ups on each person were incredibly well done. I felt like I really got to know each person and what made them and their job unique.
The book itself is a massive coffee table book that is absolutely gorgeous. The pictures are stunning. It is definitely a book you will want to proudly display.
Overall, this book is perfect for fans of all things Disney. It gives fans an exclusive behind the scenes look into the magic of Disney.
When I first heard about this book I was beyond excited because I actually have the old One Day at Disney book that Disney put out in 2000. That book shows one day at the Disney parks.
This book goes above and beyond the parks and shows cast members in all areas of the company. I loved the range of people and jobs they showcased. One of my favorites was Thomas Self, who checks the underwater mechanics of The Jungle Cruise. Who knew that Disneyland had divers to do that? My other favorite was Cyril Soreau, who is a fruit and Vegetable sculptor at Disneyland Paris. Aside from park jobs, jobs in Imagineering, television/film, hospitality, and live entertainment were all featured.
The write-ups on each person were incredibly well done. I felt like I really got to know each person and what made them and their job unique.
The book itself is a massive coffee table book that is absolutely gorgeous. The pictures are stunning. It is definitely a book you will want to proudly display.
Overall, this book is perfect for fans of all things Disney. It gives fans an exclusive behind the scenes look into the magic of Disney.
popthebutterfly's review against another edition
5.0
Disclaimer: I received this book from the Mouse himself for this tour! Thanks Disney! All opinions are my own.
Author: Bruce Steele, Bob Iger (introduction)
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: December 3, 2019
Publisher: Disney Editions
Recommended Age: 10+ (great for anyone really!)
Synopsis: Discover what it's like to report to work every day for The Walt Disney Company. Step behind the scenes to immerse yourself in one "ordinary" day at Disney. In addition to the book, the Disney+ team was on hand to capture stories along the way. A full-length documentary and 52 short-form episodes expand the profiles and delve deeper into the essence of what it's like to be a Disney cast member.
On a Thursday in 2019, a small army of photographers and videographers scattered across the globe to capture what goes on beyond those tantalizing "Cast Members Only" doors - whether eavesdropping on historic endeavors or typical tasks. All the photos in this book were taken on that single Thursday, beginning early in Tokyo and following the sun around the world through Shanghai, Hong Kong, Paris, Madrid, the Bahamas, Costa Rica, and dozens of places throughout the United States. More than 40 hours after it began, the day ended as the sun set on the Aulani resort in Hawaii.
On that day, some 80 Cast Members agreed to open up their workshops, dressing rooms, kitchens, cubicles, TV studios, labs, locomotive engines - and some even more surprising and diverse work spaces. They also shared their stories: childhood dreams and chapters, career pivots and triumphs, workaday hurdles and joys. It was just a day in the life, as extraordinary as any other day at Disney. As any Cast Member can tell you, a Disney job is less a destination than a limitless journey. And for just One Day at Disney, we can all tag along for the ride.
Review: Okay let's start off this review by saying this is an amazing book. It's a documentary that covers the behind the scenes of Disney and... Guys... I'm in awe. I'm a Disney lover and I loved seeing all the bits and pieces that go into making every kid and kid at hearts dreams come true. The book is so cool and so special, definitely should be on your buy list if you or someone you know is a Disney lover. The writing makes you feel like you're having a personal conversation with these people and the art and pictures in it really make it a collectable of sorts. Definitely will be on my coffee table forever.
Verdict: Definitely a must for this holiday season.
Author: Bruce Steele, Bob Iger (introduction)
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: December 3, 2019
Publisher: Disney Editions
Recommended Age: 10+ (great for anyone really!)
Synopsis: Discover what it's like to report to work every day for The Walt Disney Company. Step behind the scenes to immerse yourself in one "ordinary" day at Disney. In addition to the book, the Disney+ team was on hand to capture stories along the way. A full-length documentary and 52 short-form episodes expand the profiles and delve deeper into the essence of what it's like to be a Disney cast member.
On a Thursday in 2019, a small army of photographers and videographers scattered across the globe to capture what goes on beyond those tantalizing "Cast Members Only" doors - whether eavesdropping on historic endeavors or typical tasks. All the photos in this book were taken on that single Thursday, beginning early in Tokyo and following the sun around the world through Shanghai, Hong Kong, Paris, Madrid, the Bahamas, Costa Rica, and dozens of places throughout the United States. More than 40 hours after it began, the day ended as the sun set on the Aulani resort in Hawaii.
On that day, some 80 Cast Members agreed to open up their workshops, dressing rooms, kitchens, cubicles, TV studios, labs, locomotive engines - and some even more surprising and diverse work spaces. They also shared their stories: childhood dreams and chapters, career pivots and triumphs, workaday hurdles and joys. It was just a day in the life, as extraordinary as any other day at Disney. As any Cast Member can tell you, a Disney job is less a destination than a limitless journey. And for just One Day at Disney, we can all tag along for the ride.
Review: Okay let's start off this review by saying this is an amazing book. It's a documentary that covers the behind the scenes of Disney and... Guys... I'm in awe. I'm a Disney lover and I loved seeing all the bits and pieces that go into making every kid and kid at hearts dreams come true. The book is so cool and so special, definitely should be on your buy list if you or someone you know is a Disney lover. The writing makes you feel like you're having a personal conversation with these people and the art and pictures in it really make it a collectable of sorts. Definitely will be on my coffee table forever.
Verdict: Definitely a must for this holiday season.