Like the new book of knowledge, a very new or very old edition in good shape will be worth the most. Over 1,000 interactive maps to further support research and content area knowledge all resources are filtered by lexile level so all students have access to appropriate content find grolier online in scholastic learning zone, scholastics new webbased platform that provides educators and students with onestop access to an ever expanding. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. Grolier was one of the largest american publishers of general encyclopedias, including the book of knowledge 1910, the new book of knowledge 1966, the new book of popular science 1972, encyclopedia americana 1945, academic american encyclopedia 1980, and numerous incarnations of a cdrom encyclopedia 19862003. List of encyclopedias by branch of knowledge wikipedia. There is no place on this order to know what a customer may be getting. For the purposes of this list, an encyclopedia is defined as a compendium that contains information on either all branches of knowledge or a particular branch of knowledge. In 2000, scholastic corporation acquired grolier and now has full rights to the contents of the new book of knowledge. Antique 1929 book set the worlds essential knowledge set of 10 pocket. Here is the link to the sets that sold so you can see if one is similar to your set. Grolier publishing company publisher contact information. 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.
Unfollow the new book of knowledge encyclopedia set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Still, as the layout will be more inviting to less practiced readers than that of the world book encyclopedia 2007, and most of the illustrations are not available through the online version, this will be a good choice for smaller collections with an edition more than five years old, or for classrooms with limited internet access. Other grolier products included the 50volume set of the world s greatest classics, the 20volume encyclopedia international, the 20volume american peoples encyclopedia, the 10volume grolier universal encyclopedia, the 10volume book of art, the book of popular science, the encyclopedia canadiana, and several other encyclopedias. A twentyvolume edition illustrated with maps, pictograms, and photographs in color and black and white. The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades. The new grolier childrens encyclopedia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Michael tracy 2008 the world of the edwardian child, as seen in arthur mees childrens encyclop.
Nevertheless, when the set began it was described as an entirely new work under the editorial direction of martha g. All keyed to the 1952 edition printing the book of knowledge, complete set the grolier society, e. The grolier book of knowledge encyclopedia complete 20 volume set 1963 edition. Lands and peoples grolier encyclopedia set of 7 vintage mcm shelf decor 1963 60s. Entries are written on a range of reading levels and are the work of qualified specialists. The encyclopedia was a successor to the book of knowledge, published from 1912 to 1965. This is a page about finding the value of grolier s book of knowledge encyclopedias. I have a ten volume set collection of grolier s the book of art 1965. Watch the book of knowledge complete set grolier 1928. I have a complete set of grolier book of history from 1921. In a digital world, encyclopedias strive for relevance. There are two different bindings you did not say which binding your have but it looks like both are selling. Aug 26, 2012 24 piece books the new world book of knowledge grolier inc. Mar, 2015 this is a guide about finding the value of grolier s book of knowledge encyclopedias.
The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside scholastic library publishing, inc. Underused encyclopedias a good place to start chicago tribune. Looking for books by grolier, inc see all books authored by grolier, inc. The grolier book of knowledge encyclopedia complete 20. The world book encyclopedias 1972 edition complete full set with research. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion.
The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set. Publishing multivolume, curriculumaligned reference sets as well as general encyclopedias for students as young as third grade, grolier s bestselling products include the new book of knowledge and encyclopedia americana, both of which are updated and revised annually. Grolier also publishes the encyclopedia americana, the secondlargest encyclopedia in english. Books by grolier educational author of the new book of knowledge. Antique 1929 book set the world s essential knowledge set of 10 pocket library. I also read the 1997 edition new book of knowledge volume a and also 19661996 sets grolier encyclopedia isbn10. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside book. Vintage grolier 1954 encyclopedia 10 volume complete set maroon ornate. Complete set 1952 book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia. The tigger movie disneys wonderful world of reading 27 copies.
The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. Find great deals on ebay for grolier encyclopedia and grolier encyclopedia of knowledge. The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th. World book encyclopedia 2014 edition, spinescape binding 22 volumes. Encyclopedia of women in todays world complete 4 book set. Volume a and also 19661996 sets grolier encyclopedia isbn10. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Books by grolier educational author of the new book of. Set includes 20 volumes and one index, answered by a verified antique expert. Schapp, head of overal encyclopedia direction at grolier, and the specific direction of dr. The damage you see in the pics to the top of the binding is the worse ones. 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 index. All keyed to the 1952 edition printing the book of knowledge, complete set the grolier society. I believe this is a 1918 set due to the information located in the front pages of each edition.
Based on recent market values your 1921 set of the grolier societys book of history would have a retail value between 400600 dollars in its entirety. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. They all have the original book jackets and are in great. And school reference work books produced by propetual encyclopedia. This is a complete set and is in very good condition. These have been stored indoors in a living area since new, and are in very answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside by. The grolier world encyclopedia of endangered species vol.
What is the value of 1939 worlds fairs of 1939 groliers book of knowledge, volumes 1 and 2. With over 25,000 illustrations and 1,300 maps, the 2008 new book of knowledge encyclopedia is ripe with information that is meant for the young scholar. To create a series or add a work to it, go to a work page. The set is in very good condition with the exception of volumes 5 and 6. Common knowledge series grolier encyclopedia yearbook. Find grolier encyclopedia from a vast selection of books. The book of knowledge set 120 the book of knowledge set 120.
This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising. A child can practice independently with the talking story book program, developing reading, speaking and listening skills with confidence at their own pace. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia 20 volumes. Be the first to ask a question about the new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside lists with this book this book is not yet featured on listopia. The grolier world encyclopedia of endangered species 19 copies. This is a guide about finding the value of old encyclopedia sets. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society. Some old books may be rare and have great value, others may be more difficult to place a value on. Jul 25, 1993 that article, and a similarly informative piece in world book, indicate that ancient civilizations, including the greeks and the chinese, attempted to compile the sum total of their knowledge into. World book encyclopedia complete set hardcover red 1989 edition az 22 volumes. The book of knowledge 1943 set childrens encyclopedia. This is a page about finding the value of grolier s book of knowledge. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia alibris. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world.
Encyclopedias hardcover antiquarian and collectible books for sale. The sets did not sell for a lot of money but still money is money. Simple, durable and fun a childs favourite books and talking pen are very portable, providing many ongoing learning experiences for the child and friends. Plus schoolsubject guide, graded courses of study, master keys, and character education guide. The book of knowledge 1943 rare complete set this is the complete set of grolier s children encyclopedias. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. New book of knowledge encyclopedia, 2008 edition 21 volumes isbn. This type includes, for example, the encyclopedia americana for adults and the world book encyclopedia for children and young adults. Make offer the grolier book of knowledge encyclopedia complete 20 volume set 1964 edition. Sets collections decorative sets page 1 thebookshop. Our new grolier amazing english and grolier amazing read more. Every volume is separately indexed with cross references to pertinent information found in the other volumes.
Complete 20 volume set grolier new book of knowledge with 3 etsy. As a fully featured internet service, the online encyclopedia brings the elements of the print set into the electronic environment, complete with wonder questions, facts and figures. I was able to find a few other copies for sale currently, so there are others in market. The new book of knowledge nbk continues to address the. 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 20 volume encyclopedia set grolier inc. I am delighted to have found a full set of this encyclopedia, from which i have earlier volumes dated 1911 and 1912. The book of knowledge project gutenberg selfpublishing. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20. New to the world wide web in october 1998, the new book of knowledge online with nbk news takes the print version the next step in its ongoing development.
This is a list of notable encyclopedias sorted by branch of knowledge. The book of knowledge lot mid century 1954 childrens encyclopedia grolier. Vintage 1937 complete 10 volume set of worlds popular encyclopedia with. There are four major encyclopedia publishers in the united states. Get the best deals on encyclopedia sets when you shop the largest online selection at. Full set of the book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, 20 volumes, published by the grolier society. The book of knowledge edited by harold fb wheeler the book of knowledge edited by sir john hammerton. Book of knowledge encyclopedia 1954 complete set 10 book. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. How in the world can a customer, order, books from az.
Grolier, author of the new book of knowledge, on librarything. Over 2,000 expert contributors collaborated with the editors to create 10,500 educational pages filled with over 9,000 articles total. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. Jan 09, 20 good afternoon, welcome to just answer, my name is xxxxx xxxxx i would be happy to assist you with your question. The more familiar type is the general encyclopedia published for a specific age group or audience. When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. A disney rhyming reader grolier 30 book collection fun with words.
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