We have a complete 1978 set of world book encyclopedias. Outdated encyclopedias are not necessarily worthless, get creative and repurpose or craft something using these sturdy books. World book encyclopediapublished since 1917, the world book encyclopedia is a general reference work. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1969 with. The world book encyclopedia complete set 1969 with dictionaries and atlas. Ive carted them around for over 10 years, and now were making room for baby. Recently a complete set from this year sold for about 100 dollars. Price new from used from hardcover, 1994 please retry. World book awardwinning encyclopedias, childrens books. They are a completed set with dictoionary, blue in color.
However, i strongly suspect that the seller is taking the piss and that no one will ever pay that much. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. Great books of the western world only 1 left in stock order soon. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. What is the value for a full set of 1981 world book. When i was a kid, my parents had an old world book encyclopedia set. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia set 1974 edition. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias.
I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. We bought the set back in 1985 and continued with the year book for another 10 years. Share on thriftyfun this page contains the following solutions. Does anyone know please the approximate value of 1948 era the world book encyclopedia set in decent condition. I do have the complete set just couldnt fit them all on the picture. 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. As one bookseller puts it, the value of a book is whatever someone will pay for it. The world book encyclopedia, 2017, is a general az lookup source in 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts.
What in the world do you do with world book encyclopedias. The world book encyclopedia can be purchased directly form the world book website. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. World book encyclopedia encyclopedia sets encyclopedia center. World book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. 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. Books appeared to be used very little, a few books have a small section of first blank page removed, see photos. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. The world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22. World book encyclopedia complete set hardcover red 1989 edition az 22 volumes. What is the value for a full set of 1981 world book encyclopedias. World book encyclopedia, american encyclopaedia designed to meet the curriculum needs of elementary through highschool students.
Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. Determining the value of a set of encyclopedias or even a single volume isnt exceedingly difficult, but there is market variation. Encyclopedia britannica platinum 15th edition complete set 32 volume 1990 books. What is 1978 world book encyclopedia set in mint condition worth today. Tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to find information wherever it is in the set. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. The new standard encyclopedia book set with world maps inside by ferguson publishing company and the new standard encyclopedia editors jan 1, 2004 4. Complete set of 1975 world book encyclopedias artifact.
The world book encyclopedia, 2018, is a general az lookup source in 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or ask a new question. The world book was first published in 1917 and revised annually from 1925. It would seem obvious from this that this is therefore the worth of these books. Make offer books x 18 set the new junior world encyclopedia 1974 vintage books 18 books. There are many options about where to donate books, but some options are only available for entertainment books or very specific types of books. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. This page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias.
The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. The 2019 edition of the world book encyclopedia is your pass to a world of learning and exploration. Our childrens encyclopedias combine ageappropriate language, easytounderstand diagrams, and colorful photographs to provide comprehensive and engaging research materials for young learners. Dear wbe 1974, the good news is the pictures in the books are worth more than the set. World book encyclopedia complete set, vintage, rare quality set. Old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. Unfortunately old sets of encyclopedias typically dont have much value, they have become dated. What is the value of 1968 world book encyclopedia set. Some crafters might be interested for using them to make altered books or for decoupage projects. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional practices. World book 2019 world book encyclopedia order today.
The editors of the first edition emphasized the use of everyday, simple language in the eightvolume set. This is a guide about the value of 1924 world book encyclopedias. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Great condition overall, see photos trusted seller, shipped immediately. World book encyclopedia 2019 the world book encyclopedia, 2019, is a general az lookup source in 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts. The encyclopedia deliberately uses nontechnical language and abundant graphics to make it especially accessible to students and general readers without sacrificing depth and accuracy. Education is world book s commitment and its editorial team is world book s strength. Off white and green with gold lettering with gold top edges of pages books measures about 7. Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia set 1974. How much is a set of 1970 world book encyclopedias worth. She was talking about the 2018 world book encyclopedia set.
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The 2018 edition of the world book encyclopedia is your pass to a world of learning and exploration. Encyclopaedias books for sale shop with afterpay ebay. What is a set of 1965 world book encyclopedias worth. Strictly speaking old reference books including encyclopedias typically have little value. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. The world book encyclopedias 1972 edition complete full set with research guide and index hardcover vintage educational books. Make offer world book encyclopedia complete set hardcover red 1989 edition az 22 volumes. The world book encyclopedias were sold as a set in 1978. It may be worth checking the internet for appraisers for antique or rare volumes. Most of the time old sets of encyclopedias are worth nothing. Unfollow world book encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I asked a honduran gentleman what he wanted with a 1970 edition of world book encyclopedias. In 22 hardcover volumes full of accurate and trustworthy facts, the encyclopedia set provides the most uptodate information in formats speciallytailored for schoolaged learners. I loved to be able to look up articles on just about any topic i wanted.
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