I have a complete set of the new book of knowledge. This is a guide about finding the value of old encyclopedia sets. The book of knowledge encyclopedia setseries 1945 rare. Knowledge encyclopedia is a large 10 x 12 and 360 pages book from dk publishing that benefits from big, colorful computergenerated images, including 3d images. Tree of knowledge booksbook packaging costs are free if posted weekly encyclopaedia in a ring binder parts 1 to 22 published by marshall cavendish excellent for gcse, alevel, degree and postgraduate students, and academics isbn. Ive read the knowledge encyclopedia cover to cover and enjoyed it immensely. Like the new book of knowledge, a very new or very old edition in good shape will be worth the most.
Manners and customs of mankind vtg 1500 photosbook of knowledge 1919 lot of 2. Auction values tend to be at about 50% of moderate retail, so it is a book with value. You can see by the photos the wear on the edging and book corners. The childrens encyclopedia, full 20 volume set, magic carpet edition mcloughlin, e v on. Coins for sale for franklin type half dollars items. The childrens encyclopedia, volume 1 full view 1911. Use biblios advanced search page to get an idea of your books worth. The childrens encyclopedia, volume 10 full view 1911. This is a collection of all the bound volumes of the penny magazine of the society for the diffusion of useful knowledge it was a weekly publication that lasted from 18321945. Deterioration from age only, and some wear from actually being used. The penny magazine of the society for the diffusion of useful. This collection includes over 6000 books and 4000 objects aesops artifacts, the largest online collection of fable related objects that relate to fables. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is p. The knowledge encyclopedia pdf encyclopedia books, dk.
When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. Published in new york by the grolier society and london by the educational book co. Full set of the book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, 20 volumes, published by the grolier society. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. These have been stored indoors in a living area since new, and are in very good shape. Of course this figure doesnt reflect the mint proofs that could have been minted that year at the san francisco. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, volume i by holland thompson, ph. For specific coin values, prices, details and images for all us coin types yearmintmajor variety, click the links on the left side menu to view the coin charts. Any type of books like this are considered outdated and not worth much at all. The childrens encyclopedia, volume 11 full view 1911. A complete set of the book of knowledge from 1923 in hardcover.
Mees childrens encyclopaedia is nothing like an encyclopaedia, or, rather. The book of knowledgethe childrens encyclopedia, 20 vols. The books are in decent condition, especially considering how old they are. No general knowledge is expressible except in abstract terms. The penny cyclopaedia of the society for the diffusion of. These encyclopedias are presented in hardbound with both black and white and full color illustrations.
The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia set abebooks. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. The book of knowledge volume 16 grolier society 1919 ebay. Science in the childrens encyclopedia and its appropriation in the. The book, developed with the smithsonian institution, provides detailed information for each of its many illustrations. A history of knowledge 1991, isbn 0345373162 is a book on intellectual history, with emphasis on the western civilization, written by charles van doren, a former editor of the encyclop. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia 20 volumes. Packed with fascinating statistics, maps, timelines, graphics, and photorealistic crosssections, this family encyclopedia makes the most complex subjects easy to understand in seconds. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name. Some might argue that the explanations dont go very deep, but that is to be expected from a general knowledge encyclopedia that covers a.
This is a guide about finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Unfollow the new book of knowledge encyclopedia set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Originally largely a reprint of the british childrens encyclopaedia with revisions related to the united states by holland thompson, over time the encyclopedia evolved into a new entity. I would like to sell them, but i have no idea of their value since i cannot find this set. As a child, my household had a complete set of brittanica it worked for me. Some might argue that the explanations dont go very deep, but that is to be expected from a general knowledge encyclopedia that covers a truly wide range of topics. Details about the book of knowledge volume 16 grolier society. This page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the. This is a collection of 30 volumes of the penny cyclopaedia of the society for the diffusion of useful knowledge, according to one source there was a 31st book, but unfortunately no copy of it could be found to include here. For a skinner rare book were looking for books that have a higher minimum auction value, so this book wouldnt be appropriate for auction, but it is a really nice book nonetheless. May, 2019 the best thing to do if youre serious about finding out the value of your books to have a professional book appraiser or bookseller evaluate your collection. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias.
The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to check on how much similar copies are currently being offered for. The contents comprised vividly written and profusely illustrated articles. Some old books may be rare and have great value, others may be more difficult to place a value on. The s on a 1909s vdb penny represents the san francisco mint.
The new book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia volume 20wxyz by editors of grolier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The value of your book depends on many things, so a professional appraisal is important whether you are planning to sell the book or to continue collecting books of the same type. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia set. Coin value price chart for franklin half dollars 50c. See todays waverley book knowledge for sale, best offer and auction. These are childrens encyclopedias by the grollier society, dated 1923. The book of knowledge 1943 set childrens encyclopedia. The wonder book of knowledge, 1921 edition, illustrated by. Our encyclopedia includes general information and valuable statistics about the us coin mints, famous designers and engravers, and some basics regarding coin grading. Encyclopedia books dk books read books dk publishing curious kids reference book penguin random house science books book lists. Many people like collecting older books from flea markets and antique shops but it can be hard to tell which books in your collection really have value. Details about the book of knowledge volume 16 grolier society 1919.
Feb 23, 2012 i have a complete 1919 book of knowledge set. The 1919 penny is the most commonly available coin from the era. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies. It is a history of human thought covering over 5000 years of philosophy, learning, and belief systems that surveys the key historical trends and breakthroughs connecting the globalizing. I have a 25 plus set of the fine arts edition of the universal standard encyclopedia by wilford funk. Inside it states copyright, 1926,1927, the grolier society, copyright 1923,1924. The penny magazine of the society for the diffusion of. The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to.
We use them every day of our lives and in every sort of conversation. The book of knowledge 1943 rare complete set this is the complete set of groliers children encyclopedias. Book of knowledge 1919 complete set liveauctioneers. You are bidding on the complete series of the book of knowledge set of childrens encyclopedias from the year 1945 by the company the grolier society. Mar, 2015 this is a guide about finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias.
The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades. What is the best encyclopedia book for general knowledge. However, the words abstract and concrete seem to trouble many persons. The perfect reference book for inquisitive minds of all ages, knowledge encyclopedia covers science, nature, technology, history, and culture. Grolier also publishes the encyclopedia americana, the secondlargest encyclopedia in english. He was approached by sir alfred harmsworth later lord northcliffe to. One of fr greg carlsons passions is fables and what they teach us. The 1909 vdb wheat penny was minted in 1909 at the san francisco california mint. A rare book can sell for a substantial amount of money but few novice collators know how to tell the difference between a nice old book and a. I have book in a czechoslovakian dialect with a printed date of 1724 yes 1724.
In 1909 there were 27,702,000 1909 vdb pennies minted in all. It was published in 1919 by the groiler society, new york. If youre an avid reader, you may at one point find yourself with quite a collection of books. Many bookshelves house a vintage set of encyclopedias that you may be thinking of selling. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society.
The childrens encyclopedia, full 20 volume set, magic carpet edition. The new book of knowledge has 50 pages of articles on birds, their anatomy, their habits, and so forth, rather in the fashion of a school textbook, but the old book of knowledge has 9 pages on storks, herons, and plovers alone, with information straight from the memory of an old bird watcher and afficionado including a flashy account of a. There is nothing particularly difficult about abstractions. One was the bluebound 1920s edition of the childrens encyclopedia which hed bought and the other was the 1930s wonderland of knowledge that his parents subscribed to when he was young. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like new. Unfortunately, i rescued the book from an incinerator so the top of the book is singed in one spot going down into the cover and title page about one inch.
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