Holiday Hysteria
Black Friday and the holiday shopping season always bring wild-eyed shoppers trying to take advantage of bottom-dollar discounts. But every few years, a particular item — usually electronics or toys — sells even more briskly than usual, touching off a gift-finding frenzy that goes down in the history books. From Cabbage Patch Dolls to iPods and Hatchimals, here are some of the most sought-after items from Black Fridays past. Hoping to avoid the crush of last-minute shopping and don't want to miss out on this year's craze? Check out the Holiday Gifts You Should Start Buying Right Now, Before They Sell Out.