New listing1974 world book encyclopedia set of 22 books. This list is broken down by age but there are many books that can be enjoyed by some or all of. The world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp. I loved to be able to look up articles on just about any topic i wanted. How much is a set of 1960s world book encyclopedias worth. Encyclopedia 1965 complete set dictionary 1965 complete 2 volume set world atlas 1965 encyclopedia year books 1966 through 1966 science year 1966 1973 thanks. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. A company representative said, that year, that thousands of print sets are still ordered annually, mostly by. I bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. The world book encyclopedia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Your best bet is to find an identical set offered for sale try abe books, ebay, not counting the yearbooks and dictionaries. My grandparents have a full set of a 1968 edition world book encyclopedia set including the world book atlas that goes along with it. This list is broken down by age but there are many books that can be enjoyed by some or all of the age groups. Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. Apr 05, 2014 the world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english volume 16.
Nov 25, 2010 remember, world book sets sold in the hundreds of thousands in the 1960s. The world book encyclopedias were sold as a set in 1978. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated. Click to read more about world book encyclopedia sets. That 39yearold encyclopedia was still useful, but didnt include anaything thats happened since about 1972. The world book encyclopedia, 1989 by book, incorporated. This list is for ya books that are set in the 1960s. Set 1960 1 20 by field enterprises educational corp.
Ya set in the 1960s 89 books meet your next favorite book. Pages in category novels set in the 1950s the following 73 pages are in this category, out of 73 total. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia alibris. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. Encyclopedia 1965 complete set dictionary 1965 complete 2 volume set world atlas 1965 encyclopedia year books 1966 through 1966. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun.
The world book encyclopedia vol 8 g by world book, inc, 1987, world book. A lot of thirteen hardcover volumes of the world book encyclopedia, dating from the 1960s1970s. Two of us, however, came of age during the 60s, and wonder if you know good books set in this period of. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two book dictionar. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. The world book encyclopedia 22 volume set hardcover january 1, 1980 by william h.
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Ya set in the 1990s 68 books meet your next favorite book. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 artifact collectors. The best books about the volatile 60s decade of the year half a century ago, everything seemed to turn upside down, from civil rights to the arms race to the sexual revolution and womens. I got a used set of volumes exlibrary that are in terrific shape. Any time i was bored i could brose through a random volume and learn something new and interesting. Make offer vintage 1981 the world book encyclopedia full 21 volume red set excellent cond. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two. Set 1960 1 20 hardcover january 1, 1960 by field enterprises educational corp.
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I always combine shipment of multiple winning bids when possible. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book. 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. Can anyone tell me how much a set of world book encyclopedias cost in the early 1970s. When i was a kid, my parents had an old world book encyclopedia set. World book encyclopedia set, my grandma had these world book. Morris jones with unidentified employee, circa 1940.
Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. Looking for a 1960s era illustrated world encyclopedia set. Jul 10, 2012 here youll find a list of books that are either set in the 1960s or were written during this time. The world book encyclopedia complete 22 volume set world book on. Sep 20, 2015 the world book encyclopedia vol 8 g by world book, inc, 1987, world book edition, in english. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right 1964. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index. The world book encyclopedia complete 22 volume set. Theyve sat in a bookshelf since they were purchased.
Nov 16, 2015 i bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. 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.
Ya set in the 1900s ya set in the 1910s ya set in the 1920s ya. 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. An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high. Jul 25, 2012 1961 world book encyclopedia cycloteacher learning aid cycles. The golden book encyclopedia complete set 19591960 3rd printing 1. Check out our encyclopedia set selection for the very best in unique or custom. Ya set in the 1900s ya set in the 1910s ya set in the 1920s ya set in the 1930s ya set in the 1940s ya set in the 1950s ya set in the 1960s ya set in the 1970s ya set in the 1980s ya set in the 1990s. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 i have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published.
See all 7 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Apr 14, 2017 the best books about the volatile 60s decade of the year half a century ago, everything seemed to turn upside down, from civil rights to the arms race to the sexual revolution and womens rights. Includes six a, three f, one m, and three no volumes. Pages in category novels set in the 1960s the following 102 pages are in this category, out of 102 total. Ya set in the 1950s ya set in the 1960s ya set in the 1970s ya set in the 1980s.
According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. 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. 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. I am looking for a particular encyclopedia, circa 1960. It was a set of about 20 volumes and the defining value of this set was, that in the rear of each volume was an alphabetical synopsis of many classic literary works. The golden book vintage encyclopedia set 1960 16 volumes from a to z. Duane cowin and their sevenyearold daughter, dorane, first parent purchasers of the 1947 edition of the world book encyclopedia at their home in lansing, michigan world book photo. Duane cowin and their sevenyearold daughter, dorane, first parent purchasers of the 1947 edition of the world book encyclopedia at their home in lansing, michigan world book photo by clair reid inset. Here youll find a list of books that are either set in the 1960s or were written during this time. I dont want to toss it out if its of any value so please give. Encyclopedia 1965 complete set dictionary 1965 complete 2 volume set. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and.
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