I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right. An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and high school students. I have a complete 1984 world book encyclopedia set which includes 22 books as well as additional year books. Online you arent going to find them because they cost more to ship then they are worth. The complete set crc press book a continuation of 1994s groundbreaking cartoons, giannalberto bendazzis threevolume animation. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. How much is a entire set of 1962 encyclopedia americana. Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. As for the books of the year, they may have some value you can look into. 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. Buy the world book year book, 1991 by world book encyclopedia online at alibris.
The world book encyclopedia complete set 1963 hardcover january 1, 1963 see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I would like to sell them, but i have no idea of their value since i cannot find this set. Ive carted them around for over 10 years, and now were making room for baby. The world book encyclopedia, 1989 by book, incorporated. I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth.
The world book encyclopedia volume 3 c ch abebooks. World book encyclopedia 2015, 22 volume set by world book, inc. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. Encyclopedia britannica great books of the western world complete 54 set 1986. I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. And because i was the only one who had a computer, i also got the encyclopedia on a cdrom. Im just wondering how much these actually cost theres about 29 books. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set 27 books with study guide. These 1964 sets of the world book encyclopedia are modest in value when you consider the number of volumes and the many that are in very good condition. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. Make sure you know what you are getting these books are used.
That 39yearold encyclopedia was still useful, but didnt include anaything thats happened since about 1972. The chicago published encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corp. Rare antique world book encyclopedia set 1928 complete. The world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. Very few encyclopedia sets are worth anything and many experienced book sellers will either not take them, automatically recycle them, or just give them away. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. Volume 3, cch the world book encyclopedia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. 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. I have a 25 plus set of the fine arts edition of the universal standard encyclopedia by wilford funk. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was. Too many comparable copies currently for sale may indicate a glut in the market. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask all offers will be considered. What is the value of a complete set of 1957 world book encyc.
The world book encyclopedia vol 8 g by world book, inc, 1987, world book edition, in english. This post was originally published in september 2011. Buy a cheap copy of the world book encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corporation staff. I have a full set of the 1969 world book encyclopedias az and 3 additional year books of important happenings along with 3 dictionaries. A 1970 world book encyclopedia set with world book dictionaries. The world book year book, 1990 by world book encyclopedia. History of united states naval operations in world war ii volumes 4. There were a lot of things published for the centennial and related worlds fair events so. Editions of the world book encyclopedia by world book inc. A world history is the largest, deepest, most comprehensive text of its kind, based on the idea that animation is an art form that deserves its own place in scholarship. The world book encyclopedia in twelve volumes with guide. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. 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.
I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. The world book year book, 1991 by world book encyclopedia. Its harder to sell a book if you have too much competition, and prices for that. A 26 book set of the world book encyclopaedias including dictionary and atlas missing book 17 ssn, a 16 book set of the science year supplemental encyclopaedias from 1984 1999, a 16 book set of the year book from 1984 1999, a book set of childcraft books including the childcraft annual books from 1978 1984. These are the books we are selling, not some stock photo like some use.
The world bookorganized knowledge in story and picture. What should i do with a complete 1984 encyclopedia set. Vintage 1954 world book encyclopedia complete set 19 volumes. If its one of the rarer 1ore coins, its worth 25nok. Suitable as collectors items, research tools or for everyday use. Get the best deals on world book encyclopedia when you shop the largest online selection at. Complete set world book encyclopedias ll auctions llc. Updates for 196165 have white and green hardback covers. Unfortunately old sets of encyclopedias typically dont have much value, they have become dated. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english volume 16. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive indexprovided by publisher. If there is one single thing that is a make or break for book value, it would be the dust jacket.
I bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two book dictionar. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. Full set 22 books world book 1992 encyclopedia set including research guide. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped. Buy the world book year book, 1990 by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. Reading and study guide includes bibliographies accessrestricteditem true. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. I have a complete set of 1953 world book encyclopidias in good c.
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