1959 world book encyclopedia set

The world book encyclopedia field enterprises 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961. This is a lovingly stored, complete, 1959 the golden book encyclopedias voloumes 116. Unfollow world book encyclopedia complete set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Electronic editions contain the entire text of the 22volume world book encyclopedia, plus illustrations, video clips, 3d panoramic views, and sounds. In 1962 world book produced a braille edition, which filled 145 volumes and nearly 40,000 pages. The production of the braille encyclopedia was a monumental undertaking. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. World book encyclopedia wikimili, the free encyclopedia.

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. Buy encyclopedia britannica sets and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. 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. For sale austin, tx the world book encyclopedia, 1959 eighteen volumes and reading and study guide plus yearly supplements through 1971. Supermarket chains, such as acme markets, used these encyclopedias as a promotional hook to lure shoppers. The world book encyclopedia can be purchased directly form the world book website.

Hardcover book, shows some wear on edges and spineinside pages are yellow color from aging delivery. Red and blue with gold lettering books measures about 7 12 inches by 10 inches tall. Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. I remember looking at these at the library when i was a child. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition.

I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. Advertised with circulars in newspapers, the encyclopedias were sent out in weekly or biweekly installments. Unfollow world book encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves.

The golden book encyclopedia set 1959 color illustrated. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1959 20 volume set, includes 20 volumes plus the annual supplement on. Complete set volumes 1 12 side view with descriptions volumes 11 19 and annual supplement for 1959 side view with descriptions volumes 1 4 front cover volumes 5 6 front cover volumes 7 8. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 artifact collectors. Unlike in the novel, no one is assigned blame for starting the. Here is the link to the sets that sold so you can see if one is similar to your set. Looking for value on the following collection in very good condition. I have a set of world book encyclopedias from around 1959 and a set from around 1980. A company representative said, that year, that thousands of print sets are still ordered annually, mostly. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1959 20 volume set. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. The golden book encyclopedia bertha morris parker this set of sixteen volumes in eight, with entries from aaron to zoology and over 2500 illustrations, is designed specifically for grade school students. In 16 accurate, fact filled volumes dramatically illustrated with more than 6,000 color pictures.

World book encyclopedia set mid century era blue covers 1960 etsy. Dark red textured hardcover with gilt emblem on front, gilt lettering and decoration on red and black on spine, approximately 6 x 9 14, 640 pages, like new inside, sharp and fine with no markings, exterior fresh and sharp. Encyclopedia 1965 complete set dictionary 1965 complete 2 volume set world atlas 1965 encyclopedia year books 1966 through 1966 science year 1966 1973 thanks. Complete 19 volume vintage set of 1959 the world book. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1959 20 volume set, includes 20 volumes plus the annual supplement unknown binding january 1, 1959 see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Hansen and john bellow, who realized that existing encyclopedias were offputting to young readers. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. Morris jones with unidentified employee, circa 1940. Encyclopedia 1965 complete set dictionary 1965 complete 2 volume set world atlas 1965 encyclopedia year books 1966 through 1966 science year 1966 1973. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1959 20 volume set, includes 20 volumes plus the annual supplement. These books are a colorful reminder of our world as it was in 1959.

The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20. Hi, looking for value on the following collection in very good condition. I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth. The articles bring together a complete story, multimedia content, an article outline, research aids and links to related information. Vintage book collectors rarely want encyclopedias unless they are pre 1900. The golden book encyclopedia is a set of childrens encyclopedias published by western printing and lithographing company under the name golden press.

Encyclopedia britannica sets products for sale ebay. 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. Libraries rarely want encyclopedias unless they are current and up to date. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. This is a lovingly stored, complete,1959 the golden book encyclopedias voloumes 116. 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.

Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two. 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. 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. This blackandwhite film is based on nevil shutes 1957 novel of the same name depicting the aftermath of a nuclear war. World book encyclopedia is also published in electronic form for microsoft windows and apples mac os x. What is the value of the 1959 golden book encyclopedia set. Encyclopedia reference works encyclopedias dictionnaires anglais dictionnaires italiens. We aspire to establish world book as a renowned, global. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside by inc. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or making sure of a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. Different yearseditions of encyclopedias are valued for different reasons so occasionally a set will be of value. There are many options about where to donate books, but some options are only available for entertainment books or very specific types of books. On the beach is a 1959 american postapocalyptic science fiction drama film from united artists, produced and directed by stanley kramer, that stars gregory peck, ava gardner, fred astaire, and anthony perkins.

The world book encyclopedia, 1959, vintage world book reading and study. The sets did not sell for a lot of money but still money is money. The complete 1959 world book consists of one hundred and fortyfive volumes that take up fortythreeandahalf feet of shelf space. The encyclopedia volumes and dictionary volumes are the largest braille volumes ever produced by aph. Details about 1959 world book encyclopedia set with supplements.

The world book encyclopedia in eighteen volumes and reading and study guide. 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. 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 new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols. The printed grolier student encyclopedia of endangered species from 1994 in good condition is typically worth about as much as a 1994 new book of knowledge in similar condition. 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. World book encyclopedia wikipedia republished wiki 2. Even if born to american citizens by sharon rondeau oct. The companys 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.