1962 world book encyclopedia set

All offers requesting exchange of personal information will automatically be declined. World book year books 19621966 white lot of 5 hardcover books. The encyclopedia was designed to cover major areas of knowledge uniformly, but it shows particular strength in scientific, technical, and medical subjects. Here is the link to the sets that sold so you can see if one is similar to your set. What is the value of a complete set of world book encyclopedias from 1920. The sets did not sell for a lot of money but still money is money.

How much is a entire set of 1962 encyclopedia americana worth. In 1962, moreover, the world book year book program was started, whereby owners of the world book could receive an annual volume that updated the information in their set. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. The set includes a z, research guide index, al australasia, mz australasia, ah british isles, izbritish isles, 1978 1979 science year, and also year books for 1977 through to 1989. Complete set 1962 world book encyclopedia bonus yearbooks 196365 dic 1961 richards topical encyclopedia books complete 15 volumes includes in 1954 richards topical encyclopedia volumes 115 hcred leather complete. It includes many noteworthy photographs that accompany the numerous articles and entries. Always kept inside on a bookshelf in our smokefree, petfree home. How much is a entire set of 1962 encyclopedia americana. They come from a smoke free home payment due at auction end 193104274466. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book.

Condition is very good as these have been stored in a cabinet for many years. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. 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. Its world book is the largest selling print encyclopedia in the world by numerical volume. Complete set 1962 world book encyclopedia bonus yearbooks 196365 dic 1961 richards topical encyclopedia books complete 15 volumes includes in 1954 richards. It remained at that length until 1997, when it was printed for the last time. Eventually, all sets of the braille edition were donated. The universal world reference encyclopedia complete set. Vintage the world book encyclopedias complete set az 1962 20 vol. 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.

Two old books for sale not in great condition but may still be of use to someone. Recently a complete set from this year sold for about 100 dollars. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. 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. World book encyclopedia wikipedia republished wiki 2. But not all of the 1962 hotwheels are worth that much. Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set.

I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. In 1962 world book produced a braille edition, which filled 145 volumes and nearly 40,000 pages. Vintage set of world book encyclopedia az, year books. I have a complete set of 1953 world book encyclopidias in good c. My newest is a 1991 americana, which i snagged from a public. These books are all like new inside, no marks, tears or missing pages. Set of encyclopedia britannica 1 24 1961 plus britannica britannica world atlas. Here is our familys complete set of the world book encyclopedia az, volumes 120 ed 1962, along with 5 matching cover year books 1963 to 1967. 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. Thank you for your offers, unfortunately we cannot except any offer wanting to conduct business outside of ebay, so we must decline.

World book encyclopedia collection 1965 i have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition. The world book encyclopedia 1962 complete set 24 volumes az. 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. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. The world book encyclopedia 1962 complete set 20 vintage hardcover collection. 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.

There are many options about where to donate books. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right. A company representative said, that year, that thousands of print sets are still ordered annually, mostly by schools who use. 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. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. How much is a set of the book of history 1920 and 1921 by the gro. The other day a kid looked up germany, and discovered there were two of them. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. Older sets are many times even difficult to give away because they are difficult for even thrift stores to sell. Encyclopedia center encyclopedias from britannica, oxford. Colliers encyclopedia american encyclopaedia britannica.

Unfollow world book encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. The magnificent world book encyclopedia what a wonderful time for decisions. Tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to find information wherever it is in the set. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask all offers will be considered. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 i have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia. Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set year books. How much would something like this be worth to a collector. Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. 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. Dec, 2019 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.

If it is a very rare 1962 car, in super mint condition, it can be worth up to. The companys mission is to cultivate lifelong learnersbecause todays explorers are tomorrows leaders. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right 1964. In 1962, moreover, the world book year book program was started, whereby. Make sure you know what you are getting these books are used. 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. A set with one book missing is even less valuable but. Unfollow world book encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. 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. The world book encyclopedias were sold as a set in 1978. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or making sure of a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped.

How much is a set of 1960s world book encyclopedias worth. One year later, the company introduced the world book dictionary. What is the value of a complete set of 1957 world book encyc. I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. 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. The sets did not sell for a lot of money but still money. The project was mainly an effort in goodwill, for the company did not see its way clear to selling enough copies of the set to cover production costs. Encyclopedia set in south africa gumtree classifieds in. Its presentation is in typical world book format designed to supplement their encyclopedia set. The world book encyclopedia 1962 complete set 20 vintage.

Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set year. The project was mainly an effort in goodwill, for the. The encyclopedia britannica was expensive, useless, and. 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. There are many options about where to donate books, but some options are only available for entertainment books or very specific types of books. Vintage 60s pb annual supplement to the world book. These are the books we are selling, not some stock photo like some use. Originally in 20 volumes, colliers was expanded to 24 volumes for a major revision in 1962. The universal world reference encyclopedia complete set of 15 volumes. Mom and dad bought this set for our family and its in excellent condition, especially considering they are over 55 years old.