Jan 31, 2014 there are some older encyclopedia sets that are valued by collectors. Please email with any questions thanks for looking. The world book encyclopedia book set az bonus study guide hardcover staging world book encyclopedia, world book encyclopediacool stuff for saleadult children vintage. What is the value of a set of encyclopedia americana answers. There are many options about where to donate books, but some options are only available for entertainment books or very specific types of books. Originally it was 20 volumes and considered to be one of the top three major english language encyclopedias. If you are looking to get rid of a few, there is some. World book encyclopedia set bicentennial edition 1976.
Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. Most of the information found on these can be easily found on the internet as well. Here are all of the encyclopedias listed on ebay world book and etsy all brands. Set of 1976 the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial. Education is world books commitment and its editorial team is world books strength. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The series title was childcraft the how and why library childcraft was created as a sort of encyclopedia for young children. Childcraft was created as a sort of encyclopedia for young children. Catharines 15032020 this is a complete set 1 thru 20 of the international encyclopedia, world books a thru z, science books 1972, 1973 1974, and year books 1971, 1972, 1973 all in great condition.
A set with one book missing is even less valuable but. Mar 19, 2012 world book and childcraft products of yesteryear. The childcraft series was originally created in the 1930s by w. The series title was childcraft the how and why library. World book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. The world book encyclopedia, 1989 1989, hardcover for sale online ebay. The world book encyclopedia leather bound 1987 22 volume. The best way to get an accurate value is by finding an appraiser that specializes in antique books. Book value is the value at which the assets of a business are carried on the companys books. The chicago published encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corp. Education is world book s commitment and its editorial team is world book s strength. The world book encyclopedia in eighteen volumes and reading and study guide by n.
The last shop on earth that still sells the world book encyclopedia. World book encyclopedia before the internet, we had to. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. Encyclopedia of world problems and human potential wikipedia. What is the value of a 1956 world book encyclopedia answers. The world book encyclopedia 1989 complete 22 volume black and. Free shippin 6 the world book year book encyclopedia set of 4 books 1969,73,74,76. I would like to sell them, but i have no idea of their value since i cannot find this set. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia date 1976. And because i was the only one who had a computer, i also got the encyclopedia on a cdrom.
Make offer vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set 27 books with study guide great books of the western world encyclopedia britannica 2nd ed. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition. A set of 1976 the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial motif binding. Nevertheless, when the set began it was described as an entirely new work under the editorial direction of. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was.
You can get a 10yo encyclopedia set for almost nothing, and the world book puts out a new edition every year. We often say we dont realise the value of the moment till its gone, the same goes with the school. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. This is a rare world book encyclopedia 1976 edition with beautiful stars and stripes bicentennial binding print and gold top. Both front and back boards have a gilt frame of two rectangles whose lines run parallel to another. Apr 23, 2020 world book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for. Encyclopedia, world book, science, year book set st.
World book encyclopedia 2003 volume 15 p replacement spare from set isbn 0716601044 by world book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Most used book stores wont even accept such common reference books. The publishers described it as a scholarly, systematic, continuously revised summary of the knowledge that is most significant to mankind. Vintage 1975 the world book encyclopedia phardcover volume 15. This is a collection of world book encyclopedia year books. Dec, 2019 i have a 25 plus set of the fine arts edition of the universal standard encyclopedia by wilford funk. The world book encyclopedia leather bound 1987 22 volume set. Childcraft the how and why library complete 1 15 set 1976 child. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. This is the world book encyclopedia dictionary by thorndike barnhart.
Dec 12, 2019 donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. A set of 22 volumes of 1979 edition of the world book encyclopedia. I have ten volumes of the the world book encyclopedia published in 1919. It is essentially valueless, as much of the information is out of date. That 39yearold encyclopedia was still useful, but didnt include anaything thats happened since about 1972. Mar 05, 2012 these 1964 sets of the world book encyclopedia are modest in value when you consider the number of volumes and the many that are in very good condition. It is available online since 2000, and was previously available as a cdrom and as a threevolume book. They might have a computer, but you can bet they dont have enough.
Unfollow world book encyclopedia complete set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. The world book encyclopedia leather bound 1987 22 volume set scott fetzer on. A floral gilt motiff fills the space between the lines. A 20year old encyclopedia set is of no use to anyone. Colliers encyclopedia was first published by crowell, collier and macmillan in 1950. The world book encyclopedia 22 volume 1976 set plus. The world book encyclopedia 22 volume 1976 set plus 1975 yearbook, 1976 yearbook, science year 1975, science year 1976 available from these sellers. Best books of 1976 102 books meet your next favorite book. The encyclopedia of world problems and human potential is published by the union of international associations uia. We recommend used editions published before 1976 when it was extensively revised. Save world book encyclopedia dvd to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed.
A new, distinctive, and independent library of reference dealing with events and developments of the period 1910 to 1921 inclusive volumes 32 by na and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. See more ideas about world book encyclopedia, world and books. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional practices. Considered the grandaddy of all encyclopedias, the 11th edition is historic not. Aug 10, 2019 world book encyclopedias and childcraft. There is no era only a last publishing date for the set. The world book encyclopedia dictionary hardcover, two. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. I have a 25 plus set of the fine arts edition of the universal standard encyclopedia by wilford funk. Local pick up only complete set 1976 world book encyclopedia. The world book encyclopedia dictionary hardcover, two volumes. This is the 1976 world book encyclopedia bicentennial binding 22 volume set.
Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. I have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition. Vintage world book encyclopedia 24 volume az set edition. Great to use for teaching traditional research skills. Older sets are many times even difficult to give away because they are difficult for even thrift stores to sell. Unfollow encyclopedia britannica set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Do you remember using encyclopedias for research and homework.
Average value of world book encyclopedia 1956 edition in good condition, c. Buy world book encyclopedia 1973 online at alibris. The book value of a fixed asset is arrived at by subtracting accumulated depreciation from the cost of the asset. If you are the one who posted this link the price offered is just right.
The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right. Vintage cookbook website is focused on antiquarian, antique, vintage, and rare american cookbooks. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. I bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. This set of twenty two the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial binding is a collectors limited printing published in 1976 in a classic american motif binding.
Perhaps the most notable is a complete set of encyclopedia britannica 11th edition, published in 1910 and 1911. May 05, 2018 the last shop on earth that still sells the world book encyclopedia. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. In your city theres probably a rec center, settlement house, or after school program which has no reference materials. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like. World book encyclopedia set 1976 bicentennial edition. Jul 17, 2011 for sale raleigh durham, nc 2 world book encyclopedia set. Could also be used in a library or study as a great decorative addition. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. What is the value of 1976 world book encyclopedia set in. Encyclopedia britannica set in antiquarian and collectable books.
Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. Set of 1976 the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial binding. For sale raleigh durham, nc 2 world book encyclopedia set. Complete world book encyclopedia set, 1980 edition decor staging bookcase. We are moving to a smaller residence and need to sell these. Book value may also refer to the net worth of a business. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. The online encyclopedia is currently in a redevelopment phase. A 1986 world book qualifies as trash or recyclable materialno one will want it, i promise. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. The world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational. The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades the encyclopedia was a successor to the book of knowledge, published from 1912 to 1965.
We have a complete 1978 set of world book encyclopedias. World book dictionary 1976 encyclopedia reference thorndike barnhart set 2 books. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. Buy the world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corporation online at alibris. For all practical purpose, the auction was all but over and the auctioneer discovered that they had not been sold. This large two volume unabridged dictionary has relatively easy to understand definitions because it was written for children. All books are fully illustrated with both color and black and white images. I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. With simple texts and illustrations, the volumes were designed to make learning fun.
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