Recently David Koenig published a new book, Realityland: True-Life Adventures in Walt Disney World. I have read other books by the same author, so I knew that this one would be interesting. Realityland tells the history of Walt Disney World, from Walt Disney himself buying miles of swampland in Southern Florida, to the problems Disney has keeping the parks running smoothly, and to the creation of Epcot, MGM Studios, and Animal Kingdom.

One of my favorite parts about Realityland is all of the history about the park. David Koenig was able to include all of it without turning the book into textbook format. The thing I liked least about this book is that I had expected more obscure facts about Disney World and a little less history.

One of my favorite excerpts from the book involves a cast member who created a Disney manual. It included things the cast members say, and their unofficial translations. These are two of my favorites.

These 3-D glasses will impair your normal vision.

They look goofy if you wear them outside, and we get in trouble if anyone sees you with them.

The nearest restrooms are right there.

See that big sign right in front of your face that says RESTROOMS in bold letters? It’s right under that.

I would recommend this book to anyone who wanted to learn a little more about the history of Disney World.