The world book encyclopedia is the only general az print research source still published today. We bought the set back in 1985 and continued with the year book for another 10 years. World book encyclopedia 2015, 22 volume set by world book, inc. 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. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition. The world book was first published in 1917 and revised annually from 1925. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. What can be done with a set of world book encyclopedia from 1960.
Stay up to speed on all we have to offerplus activities, crafts, and blogs for parents and educators in our newsletter. You can ship them or deliver them to their locations in atlanta, ga. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. In 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts, the encyclopedia set provides the most uptodate information in formats speciallytailored for schoolaged learners. The bigger issue here is that you have a 50 year old encyclopedia set. We have a complete 1978 set of world book encyclopedias. My newest is a 1991 americana, which i snagged from a public library that was getting rid of them. A 1986 world book qualifies as trash or recyclable materialno one will want it, i promise. What in the world do you do with world book encyclopedias.
The encyclopedia deliberately uses nontechnical language and abundant graphics to make it especially accessible to students and general readers without sacrificing depth and accuracy. Now in the age of computers, are they pretty much a thing of the past. The 2019 edition of the world book encyclopedia is your pass to a world of learning and exploration. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. Encyclopedias have almost no use currently and i cant imagine recent editions of world book are being purchased much outside of like elementary school libraries. Better world books has dropboxes across the country. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. The world book encyclopedia 2008 by world book inc. 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. World book encyclopedia 2018, 22 volume set xlibrary. How much is a set of 1970 world book encyclopedias worth. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. Check out our encyclopedia set selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our books shops.
The world book encyclopedia, 2017, is a general az lookup source in 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts. There are four major encyclopedia publishers in the united states. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. My 1966 world book encyclopedia set in perfect condition. We are moving to a smaller residence and need to sell these. This is a guide about finding the value of old encyclopedia sets. Encyclopedias on bookshelf encyclopedia britannica in its own book case with top atlas slot i remember how exciting it was when we bought this set. Tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to find information wherever it is in the set. A 20year old encyclopedia set is of no use to anyone. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. The volumes are heavily illustrated with photos, drawings, maps, and tables and many of the entries include practical discussion that. The world book encyclopedia 22 volume set hardcover january 1, 1980 by william h.
Great books of the western world only 1 left in stock order soon. World book encyclopediapublished since 1917, the world book encyclopedia is a general reference work. Unfollow world book encyclopedia complete set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It contains the basics found in all encyclopedias, and features highquality pictures and as uptodate information as was available in 2008. Funny, i also grew up with the world book, and also remember spending hours reading it. Books for africa collects new and gently used books to stock libraries and schools in africa. Therefore, for each set of the world book encyclopedia 2020 sold during the 20192020 school year, we will donate a portion of the proceeds to tsavo trust. Unlike other encyclopedias ive looked at other than britannica. Gave them to the custodian with instructions they were to immediately go into the dumpster. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. When you obtain a new set of encyclopedias, or simply want to clear space in your home and use the internet for research, you might find yourself wondering what to do with an entire volume of encyclopedias. The editors of the first edition emphasized the use of everyday, simple language in. World book encyclopedia 2014 encyclopedia dvd sonlight. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 i have a complete set of, 1.
However, i strongly suspect that the seller is taking the piss and that no one will ever pay that much. The other day a kid looked up germany, and discovered there were two of them. A company representative said, that year, that thousands of print sets are still ordered annually, mostly by schools who use them as teaching. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or making sure of a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. World book 2019 world book encyclopedia order today. If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question.
World book online is an engaging, verified, and trustworthy digital resource for grades prek through high school. World book encyclopedia is a 22 volume set of general knowledge for the high school student and adult lerarner. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or checking a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. The encyclopedia was designed to cover major areas of knowledge uniformly, but it shows particular strength in scientific, technical, and medical subje. Abundant colorful photos, diagrams, charts, tables, and maps. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or checking a fact for a. And reference books are among the types of titles theyre specifically seeking. This typical world book edition was purchased in 2008 and is rarely used in our library. Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts.
And the fact is, most encyclopedia sets arent worth much at all. The last shop on earth that still sells the world book encyclopedia. World book encyclopedia, american encyclopaedia designed to meet the curriculum needs of elementary through highschool students. 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. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22. World books encyclopedia of flags complete 12 volume set by various and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. Im sure theres lots of info in it thats just blatantly wrong and theres so much the set is missing. Single volumes the d from a set of britannicas, for example sell for proportionately less.
World book encyclopedia 1965 world book encyclopedia. This page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. What is the value of 1975 world book encyclopedia set. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. James beattie, of books appraised, has been a professional book appraiser for 33 years. Britannica great books of the western world complete set burgundy 60 vols. I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. Encyclopedia of the world and its poeple like it gone. How to dispose of old encyclopedias pen and the pad. You can get a 10yo encyclopedia set for almost nothing, and the world book puts out a new edition every year.
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