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Covers are winecolored linen with the title in gold leaf. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. Paper is a heavy gloss stock, printed with black ink, and occasional color plates. Feb 23, 2012 i have a complete 1919 book of knowledge set. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society 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 entirely.
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I own a 25 vol set of the historians history of the world. Like the new book of knowledge, a very new or very old edition in good shape will be worth the most. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia 20 volumes. The new book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia volume 20wxyz by editors of grolier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. This book has worn covers and edges, particularly on the spine. An illustrated encyclopedia with articles on history, lit. Grolier also publishes the encyclopedia americana, the secondlargest encyclopedia in english. 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 first date that shows for the 20 volume grolier society edition is actually 1918. The murmuring pines and the hemlocks, bearded with moss, and in garments green, indistinct in the twilight, stand like druids of eld, with voices sad and prophetic, stand like harpers hoar, with beards that rest on their bosoms. The new book of knowledge grolier incorporated download. 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.
The new book of knowledge nbk continues to address the information needs and afterschool interests of elementary and middleschool children at their reading levels. Published in 1919 by the grolier society in new york and the educational book co. Books of knowledge complete set 1919 grolier childrens. Plus schoolsubject guide, graded courses of study, master keys, and character education guide. The books are complete with both color and greyscale illustrations. Michael tracy 2008 the world of the edwardian child, as seen in arthur mees childrens encyclop. When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. This is a guide about finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Published since 1948, studies in bibliography is the preeminent journal of analytical bibliography, textual criticism, manuscript study, and the history of printing and publishing.
The world book encyclopedia 1971 complete set 120 volumes. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society. All keyed to the 1952 edition printing the book of knowledge, complete set the grolier society. To create a series or add a work to it, go to a work page. This encyclopedia circulated in many parts of the world and represented. We accept paypal and will ship your item after payment verification is received. The book of knowledge edited by harold fb wheeler the book of knowledge edited by sir john hammerton. The book of knowledge 17 vol set 1918 grolier childrens encyclopedia antique. This is a page about finding the value of grolier s book of knowledge encyclopedias. The grolier society the book of knowledge 17 and 18. Illustrations are found on nearly every page, and these and the large font make this encyclopedia very child friendly. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias.
A twenty volume edition illustrated with maps, pictograms, and photographs in color and black and white. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped. A very basic guide to valuing a book using the resources available on. The book of knowledge volume 14 grolier society 1919 ebay. Hi, i am looking for a copy of a particular pictured story from a 1920 world book i saw about 35 years ago. Complete set 1952 book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia. Find grolier encyclopedia from a vast selection of books. The collection comes with complimentary interactive family guides that encourage parents and caregivers to engage with their children and participate in their little ones social and emotional development. Mar, 2015 this is a guide about finding the value of grolier s book of knowledge encyclopedias. Science in the childrens encyclopedia and its appropriation in the. Fair brown marbled boards with leather spine and corners. Paperback grolier kingfisher complete world encyclopedia hardback. Feel free to ask questions, prior to bidding, please.
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