Our childrens encyclopedias combine ageappropriate language, easy to understand diagrams, and colorful photographs to provide comprehensive and engaging research materials for young learners. Colliers encyclopedia, the encyclopedia americana, and the world book. Different yearseditions of encyclopedias are valued for different reasons so occasionally a set will be of value. The world book encyclopedia 1962 complete set 24 volumes az. The sets did not sell for a lot of money but still money is money. This week in sports reference find out when we add a feature or make a change. They all have the original book jackets and are in great condition. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. It sells more sets in the us than its four biggest competitors. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. How much is a entire set of 1962 encyclopedia americana.
Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. Jun 27, 2014 my grandparents have a full set of a 1968 edition world book encyclopedia set including the world book atlas that goes along with it. I grew up with the world book encyclopedia, not britannica. I have a full set of the 1969 world book encyclopedias az and 3 additional year books of important happenings along with 3 dictionaries. Even if the library does not need the encyclopedia set, it often will take donations and use those donations by selling them to raise money for the library. Gluten free baking by parragon books, love food editors. I have a ten volume set collection of groliers the book of art 1965. This collection includes a 1962 a through z 27 volume set, a set of yearbooks from 1963 to1969, a world atlas, and a pair of dictionaries. A visual dictionary of curiosities, or perhaps invest in a copy of the knowledge book. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like new. How much would something like this be worth to a collector.
That 39yearold encyclopedia was still useful, but didnt include anaything thats happened since about 1972. Encyclopedia center encyclopedias from britannica, oxford. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. It remained at that length until 1997, when it was printed for the last time. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional. The 1958 set was not a stand out set but there have been several sets sold on ebay this year which is a little unusual. So, that 1958 set of world books isnt going to pay off your car loan, but it might bring in enough to enjoy a dinner for two or sign up for an annual reference. But doing that wouldve cost them the chance to see celebrities sweat, which is a major part of the shows pleasure. The online version includes 23 subscription databases with all of the articles contained in the print set, as well as several.
What is the value of a modern world encyclopedia set. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right 1964. The world book encyclopedia in twelve volumes with guide. This is one of the ways libraries raise funds to hire employees, buy the latest books or fund special programs. This is a page about finding the value of world book encyclopedias. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. I dont want to toss it out if its of any value so please give us as much information as possible. Jan 14, 2015 i have no desire to get rid of my world book set, even though its from 1960, or the americana set from 1988 that i bought used from the library i worked for. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Mar 15, 2012 the encyclopedia, the company says, now lives beyond the bookits volumes of knowledge are now dished up in a variety of online services, dvds, and mobile apps. What is the value of a complete set of 1957 world book encyc.
Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or ask a new question. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. Apr 12, 2012 funny, i also grew up with the world book, and also remember spending hours reading it.
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. This is a guide about finding the value of old encyclopedia sets. This is going to be hard to hear and youre not going to like it. Everything you need to know to get by in the 21st century. How much is the bicentennial edition of world book encyclopedias worth. Funny, i also grew up with the world book, and also remember spending hours reading it. Weve sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Our childrens encyclopedias combine ageappropriate language, easytounderstand diagrams, and colorful photographs to provide comprehensive and engaging research materials for young learners. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. Buy cheap encyclopedias books online encyclopedias book. Encyclopedia americana american reference work britannica. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two. I have a complete 1984 world book encyclopedia set which includes 22 books as well as additional year books.
I can remember driving with my sister to hiawatha, kansas from pineville, louisiana to see our mother. In 1962 world book produced a braille edition, which filled 145 volumes and nearly 40,000 pages. Encyclopedia americana, general encyclopaedia that was the first major multivolume encyclopaedia to be published in the united states 182933. Nov 07, 2014 stopping at a yard sale a few years back, i picked up a set of the encyclopedia britannica 11 th edition, produced during the year 1910. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right. This is the 1962 version of the world book encyclopedia. If you have one of these rare books sitting on a shelf somewhere, get ready to cash in. The peak year for the printed encyclopaedia was 1990 when 120,000 sets were.
Ive carted them around for over 10 years, and now were making room for baby. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide. First editions of wellloved books can become the most prized in literature. Originally in 20 volumes, colliers was expanded to 24 volumes for a major revision in 1962. Rare antique world book encyclopedia set 1928 complete. Exlibrary so these have previous library spine stickers and inner stamps. Education is world books commitment and its editorial team is world books strength. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. Articles dating back to the 1994 edition are included online. Buy cheap encyclopedias books online encyclopedias book rentals. 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. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped.
An incomplete set or a set containing a damaged volume is a cause for a significant reduction in value. The encyclopedia, the company says, now lives beyond the bookits volumes of knowledge are now dished up in a variety of online services, dvds, and mobile apps. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow. Make offer vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set fair condition. Warren buffett counted world book among berkshire hathaways. 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. Make offer three worlds of sea world book 1978 picture book 9 x11 in. World book world book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. I have a complete set of 1960 world book encyclopedias plus large dictionary book set of two and yearly update books from 1962 to1969 also a reading and study guide and an annual 1961 supplement. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher.
Long before the internet, this was how we go info in grade and. We also have affordable discounted prices on examples such as encyclopedia britannica. World book, 2006 used good, usually ships in 12 business days, complete set of 22 volumes, 2006 set. The atlas is a large a3 size with excellent maps and detail of the world and cities. Available at a lower price from other sellers that may not offer free prime shipping. Herbert midgley, the internet legend, shows you his 1994 world book encyclopedia 22 book set which was the wikipedia of its day. What should i do with a complete 1984 encyclopedia set. Vintage 1954 world book encyclopedia complete set 19 volumes. Oct 19, 2015 herbert midgley, the internet legend, shows you his 1994 world book encyclopedia 22 book set which was the wikipedia of its day.
I dont even know where id put an encyclopedia set now, but as my kids now approach the age at which i remember reading encyclopedias, i keep wondering whether they are going to miss out on something by not having one. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested. Subsequent editions were published in 1911 20 volumes and 191820. Like the britannica, encarta was available online by subscription, although. The encyclopedia is leather bound and comes with 7 science books which were an extra addition to the world book set. Older sets are many times even difficult to give away because they are difficult for even thrift stores to sell. Id like to replace the 1951 britannica set we lost to water damage, along with the bookcase that came with it, but i would only take it off someones. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. My grandparents have a full set of a 1968 edition world book encyclopedia set including the world book atlas that goes along with it.
Whatever title you are looking for, we can provide something appropriate at a discounted price you will love. Colliers encyclopedia, general encyclopaedia first published in 195051 in the united states. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Make sure you know what you are getting these books are used. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set fair condition. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. Colliers encyclopedia american encyclopaedia britannica. Also showing coins for sale in our database for the type proof sets items.
Im just wondering how much these actually cost theres about 29 books. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22. The cbs years 1962 1967 dvd set, password fans can rate the cluegiving skills of a young woody allen or nancy sinatra, or marvel at the aplomb of betty white as she tries to get a hulking football player to say chest from the clue bosom, then. Nov 16, 2015 i bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. Compiled and edited by francis lieber, americana was first published in volumes. World book is the sole publisher of print general reference encyclopedias for kids. Stopping at a yard sale a few years back, i picked up a set of the encyclopedia britannica 11 th edition, produced during the year 1910. Buffett touted the most dramatically revised edition since 1962 with. A set with one book missing is even less valuable but. The encyclopedia britannica was expensive, useless, and. The chicago published encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corp. These are the books we are selling, not some stock photo like some use. The value of an encyclopedia is that it presents you with facts about the world.