Quiet! Dad Is Dusting His G.I. Joes.

Authors :: Powers, Bill
Source :: New York Times. 12/30/2001, Vol. 151 Issue 51983, Section 9 p1. 0p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Black and White Photograph.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Observes how some adult Generation X men remain action figure aficionados. How they rationalize collecting action figures and mint-condition dolls; Discussion of their emotional reaction and motivation; Comments of Pam Danziger, author of 'Why People Buy Things They Don't Need'; Observation that G.I. Joe is sold mainly to nostalgic adults.