I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth. See more ideas about world book encyclopedia, books and childhood memories. In 1915, they enlisted the help of michael vincent oshea, a professor of education at the university of wisconsin the first edition of the world book encyclopedia was published as simply the world book in 1917, by the hansonroachfowler. We recommend used editions published before 1976 when it was extensively revised. Original s for 1976 renewals date from 1948 and 1949. Up for auction is one set of world book encyclopedia. An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and high school students. To find out more about researching renewals, see this page. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. This large two volume unabridged dictionary has relatively easy to understand definitions because it was written for children. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states.
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 world book encyclopedia, 1989 by book, incorporated. Pages in category 1976 the following 14 pages are in this category, out of 14 total. This is the 1976 world book encyclopedia bicentennial binding 22 volume set. Dear wbe 1974, the good news is the pictures in the books are worth more than the set. We have a complete 1978 set of world book encyclopedias. Its also available for football, basketball and hockey. Set of 1976 the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial. The world book encyclopedia set 1976 volume 122 with. And because i was the only one who had a computer, i also got the encyclopedia on a cdrom. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was. These books are preowned, and have a few marks from use, and a couple of the covers have some scrapes as shown in the photos, but overall, they are in very goodvery solid shape, the bindings are all very good, and these books have had very little use.
World book encyclopedia yearbook year books 1968 1976 1971 missing. World book encyclopedia 1976 22 volumes complete set. These shows that there is no demand for this book as of this time because of the decline in price. I didnt check ebay, but having worked in libraries for years and seeing patrons bring in old encyclopedia sets to donate or sell in our book sale, id say the value is probably very low. This is the world book encyclopedia dictionary by thorndike barnhart. Encyclopedia of nature and science 17 x books bundle vintage encyclopedia 3 books 2,16,17 are missing to complete full set. This page provides lists of bestselling individual books and book series to date and in any language.
The world book encyclopedia 22 volume 1976 set plus 1975 yearbook, 1976 yearbook, science year 1975, science year 1976 only 1 left in stock order soon. Top 3 books published in 1976 that people have added on goodreads. How much would a complete 30volume set of 1978 encyclopedia. A set of 1976 the world book encyclopedia with bicentennial motif binding. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for. The sets are out of date, and most people today find what they need on the internet, not in print material. This page includes finding the value of old encyclopedia sets, finding the value of encyclopedia britannica encyclopedias, finding the value of old websters dictionaries, finding the value of world book encyclopedias, finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias, and more. We dont know when or if this item will be back in stock. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia set 1974. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters.
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. All are leather bound with gold edge pages and include 8 year books, 1979 thru 1986, plus a 3volume set of webster dictionary. 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. Tips and ideas about collecting and selling collectable books. Best selling refers to the estimated number of copies sold of each book, rather than the number of books printed or currently owned. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. I didnt think they were actually valuable and i realize lots of the information is even out of date but some of the photos in the book are beautiful and you cant reproduce the quality from the internet unless you have outstanding equipment which i dont think most people do. The world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp.
According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. I bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. World book encyclopedia 2018, 22 volume set 9780716601180. Propedia index ak index lz micropedia books 1 to 12 incl. For all practical purpose, the auction was all but over and the auctioneer discovered that. The world book encyclopedia dictionary hardcover, two. The world book encyclopedia 22 volume 1976 set plus. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia date 1976. Reading and study guide includes bibliographies accessrestricteditem true. What is the value of 1976 world book encyclopedia set in.
The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. Ltd sydney excellent source of information and knowledge delivered in a very fr. World book world book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. See more ideas about world book encyclopedia, world and books. World book encyclopedia 2017, 22 volume set 9780716601173. The books are listed according to the highest sales estimate as reported in reliable, independent sources. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. The world book encyclopedia book set az bonus study guide hardcover.
Cincinnati reds over new york yankees 40 statheads want to know. How much would a complete 30volume set of 1978 encyclopedia britannica macropedias be worth. All books are fully illustrated with both color and black and white images. No writing, missing or torn pages, discoloration or other issues. This is the same 1976 world book encyclopedia dictionary set we had. The 1976 national league championship series faced off the cincinnati reds known for their nickname at the time, the big red machine and the philadelphia phillies. Buy world book encyclopedia 1973 online at alibris. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. I have a full set of the 1969 world book encyclopedias az and 3 additional year books of important happenings along with 3 dictionaries. Great to use for teaching traditional research skills.
Comics and textbooks are not included in this list. 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. This is a complete 34 volume set of the 1987 encyclopedia britannica limited editionvolumes 1 through 12 are micropedia ready reference alphabeticvolume through 29 are macropedia knowledge in depth index 2 volumes1 volume propedia outline of knowledge guide to the britannica 1987 annual 1988 annual please ask any. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english volume 16. The bad news is, if you can find a buyer for that year you might get about 25. This is a complete set of 22 volumes that was published in 1976. Encyclopedia britannica 1967 complete very rare white set. Get scores, news and notes in your inbox every day. Could also be used in a library or study as a great decorative addition. Im just wondering how much these actually cost theres about 29 books. Rare antique world book encyclopedia set 1928 complete. Buy a cheap copy of the world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corporation staff. Hansen and john bellow, who realized that existing encyclopedias were offputting to young readers. Complete 22 volume 1982 world book encyclopedia set tan.