There is a new book out on the rack toys we saw in our childhood. The book is “Rack Toys: Cheap CrazedPlaythings” by Brian Heller. Collectors Weekly has an interview with him which you can read here:
http://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/toys-that-were-made-to-be-broken/
I have my copy on on order and will get it as an Christmas present.