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Book

A spoonful of sugar : the story of the Upjohn Pharmacy in Disneyland

Call Numbers

  • 338.8 H1793 (CEN, OSH)
  • H 338.8 H1793 (CEN)

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Publication Information

[Valencia, CA] : The Old Mill Press, 2025.

Physical Description

136 pages : illustrations, photographs (some color), 21 cm

Summary

"Take a nostalgic stroll down Main Street, U.S.A. and step inside a remarkable intersection of American innovation, family legacy, and Disney magic. A Spoonful of Sugar tells the fascinating story of the Upjohn Pharmacy at Disneyland--an authentic turn-of-the-century drugstore presented by the Upjohn Company, a pioneer in modern medicine. Through rich historical research and personal anecdotes, author and museum curator Stephen R. Hall uncovers the surprising and delightful connections between Walt Disney's vision and Dr. W.E. Upjohn's groundbreaking invention of the friable pill. From leeches and botanical remedies to cutting-edge pharmaceutical advancements, Hall traces the evolution of the pharmacy and its place in both Disneyland and American healthcare history. At the heart of the story lies a shared philosophy: that medicine, like storytelling, is most effective when delivered with a touch of sweetness. With exclusive insights, rare artifacts, never-before-seen photographs, and a reverence for both science and imagination, this book celebrates a unique collaboration that once brought a working pharmacy to the happiest place on earth. Perfect for Disney enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the roots of modern medicine, A Spoonful of Sugar is an elegant, engaging journey through time--where Main Street meets medical marvels" -- Description from the book.

Notes

Includes index

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