Dive into the History of Walt Disney's "Fantasia" in J.B. Kaufman's New Book "Worlds to Conquer," Coming this November
The hardcover deep dive is set to debut on November 11th.
Regarded as one of Walt Disney’s most ambitious and iconic films, 1940’s Fantastia is the subject of the third book in the Disney “Making of" series.
What’s Happening:
- This Fall, Worlds to Conquer: The Art & Making of Walt Disney’s Fantasia is set to bring fans deep into the history and creation of Walt’s third feature length film.
- In celebration of The Walt Disney Company’s 100 year anniversary, J.B. Kaufman penned the hardcover collectible to honor one of Walt’s most iconic pieces of art.
- Kaufman is the perfect man for the job, as he has previously documented the history of other Disney classics like Snow White and characters like Donald Duck.
- The film, which consists of animated sequences tailored to music by Leopold Stokowski and the Philadelphia Orchestra, is highly regarded as one of Disney’s most unique and mature animated projects.
- Not only was the film visually and conceptually revolutionary, the introduction of Fantasound, meaning the film was presented with multiple audio channels, propelled the industry towards surround sound.
- Throughout the book, readers will get a chance to view source material, photographs of production, concept artwork, script, and more as they dive into the creation of the classic animated feature.
- Retailing for $60, the book is set to debut on November 11th, 2025.
- Preorders are available now on Amazon, with Worlds to Conquer: The Art & Making of Walt Disney’s Fantasia currently on sale for $55.80.
- You can learn more here.
A Long History of Memories:
- While Disneyland Resort is currently celebrating its 70th anniversary, guests visiting the resort can enjoy a firework show honoring 100 years of Disney history.
- Title Wondrous Journeys, the show originally debuted for the Disney 100 celebration at the resort and has returned for the birthday festivities.
- Chronically the many important animated films crafted by the company over the last 10 decades, you won’t wanna miss this show.
- It is set to play now through the end of the 70th anniversary festivities next summer.
- You can learn more here.
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