The best encyclopedia is the one that gets used and world book has expended much effort studying the habits of readers, school curricula, and patterns of classroom use to ensure that this encyclopedia is one that will indeed be used. The golden book encyclopedia, 16 volumes, 1969, good condition, volume 1 has a crack on the spine on the front cover, all have some cover wear, but are basically in nice condition, pages are clean and there is no writing or marking. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. World book encyclopedia collection 1965 what is 1978 world book encyclopedia set in mint condition worth today. The golden book encyclopedia is a set of childrens encyclopedias published by western. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books.
The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes 116 bertha morris parker on. This is a second printing of the golden book encyclopedia. Get the best deals on golden book encyclopedia when you shop the. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. There are many options about where to donate books, but some options are only available for entertainment books or very specific types of books. A 16volume hardcover edition was published from 1959 to 1969. In the history of science fiction, the golden age follows the pulp era of the 1920s and 1930s, and precedes new wave science fiction of the 1960s. Best 1969 golden book encyclopedia set for sale in rio rancho. The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes 116. The 1959 edition sold over 60 million volumes, making it the bestselling childrens encyclopedia of all time in america.
The golden book encyclopedia of natural science by zim, herbert spencer, 1909 ed. Advertised as circulars in newspapers, the encyclopedias were sent out in weekly or biweekly installments. The golden book encyclopedia set of 16 volumes 1970. However, i was more taken by the book due to the major historical events that happened that year. Hi, the new junior encyclopedia 1973 only had 18 books and in 1942 a book that contained updates was available to anyone who had purchased the complete set, the value for the full set of 18 is. The golden book encyclopedia 1946, 1959, 1988 was an encyclopedia written for white american schoolchildren under the age of 12.
Imagine my delight when i caught sight of the first volume of the golden book encyclopedia. It made a impression on me, if only for the wealth of illustrations, notably the formulaic tromp loeil covers, featuring a painted. During the teams brief existence it played in the texas division of the continental football league, and its home games were played at the estadio universitario. Aug 10, 2019 world book encyclopedias and childcraft. 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. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. The golden book encyclopedia set of 16 volumes 1970 vintage hardcover used some have some drawings in the front or back cover. Used normal wear, vintage 19691970 the golden book encyclopedia complete 16 volume book set volume one aardvark to army volume two arthur to blood volume three boat to ceylon volume four chalk to czechoslovakia volume five daguerre to epiphyte volume six erosion to geyser volume seven ghost to houston volume eight hudson to korea volume nine labor day to. The golden book encyclopedia set books 116 vintage 1969 missing. Book set includes 115 missing book 16 shipped with usps media mail. The world book encyclopedia can be purchased directly form the world book website. The golden book encyclopedia volume 1 aardvark to army hardcover. Willard marriott library 295 south 1500 east, suite 5400 salt lake city, utah 84112.
Children ages 3 to 7 will have a jolly, happy time reading this beautiful hardcover big golden book picture book based on the timeless holiday classic frosty the snowman. Golden book encyclopedia little golden books wiki fandom. The golden book encyclopedia of the 80s print magazine. The golden book encyclopedia volume 2 arthur to blood. The golden book encyclopedia by bertha morris parker, 1969, golden press edition, in english new rev. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes.
What is the value of the 1959 golden book encyclopedia set. Golden earring enjoyed a brief period of international stardom but were unable to get further chart success until 1982s twilight zone. Sixteen accurate, factfilled volumes dramatically illustrated with. Lot 15 the golden book encyclopedia set books vintage 1969. Vintage cookbook website is focused on antiquarian, antique, vintage, and rare american cookbooks. Supermarket chains, such as acme markets, used these encyclopedias as a promotional hook to lure shoppers. Donating books like encyclopedia sets is a way to help others and get rid of that huge set thats taking up extra space. The golden book encyclopedia is a set of childrens encyclopedias published by western printing and lithographing company under the name golden press. Vintage 1988 the golden book encyclopedia book set of 8 hardback. This book has been in my kindle library for some time now. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
The first golden age of science fiction, often recognized in the united states as the period from 1938 to 1946, was an era during which the science fiction genre gained wide public attention and many classic science fiction stories were published. Advertised with circulars in newspapers, the encyclopedias were sent out in weekly or biweekly installments. My first golden encyclopedia by watson, jane werner and a great selection of related books, art and. Yellow pictorial boards have light wear, beginning to tan. Golden memories of the golden book encyclopedia paladini. Illustratorillustrated formatbinding hardcover book condition used acceptable quantity available 1 binding hardcover publisher golden press date published 1969. From time to time i get an email from someone asking about a particular book, trying to replicate a memory from their childhood. The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes.
When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. The golden book encyclopedia of natural science vol. Between 1969 and 1984, the band completed thirteen us tours. What is the value of full set of 1969 encyclopedia. The golden book encyclopedia 16 vol set bertha morris parker on. The golden book encyclopedia 16 vol set jan 1, 1969. The golden book encyclopedia set books 116 vintage 1969. I have a complete set of the new book of knowledge. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Lot of 17 1960s the golden book picture atlas, dictionary and encyclopedias. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
This page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like new i am searching for volume. Check out our vintage golden book selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces. Golden earring went on their first major us tour in 1969 and 1970. Pets from wood, field and stream vintage golden book 1969. On july 26, 1969 the golden aztecs played the chicago owls in a preseason game. About frosty the snowman big golden book frosty the snowman. Great deals on golden book encyclopedia indiana antiquarian. Books have some outer shelf wear but the insides are in very good condition. Get the best deals on golden book encyclopedia when you shop the largest online selection at. The golden book encyclopedia complete volume 116 hardcover january 1, 1969 by bertha morris parker author.
If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. 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. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. Unfollow the golden book encyclopedia 1959 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Book news wrote about a previous edition of this classic reference. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Frosty the snowman big golden book frosty the snowman by. Vintage 19691970 the golden book encyclopedia 16 volume. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. As i stood there and thumbed through the book every picture brought back a shining clear memory. The golden book encyclopedia bertha morris parker this set of sixteen volumes, with entries from aardvark to zoos and over 6,000 color illustrations, is especially designed for young grade school children. The mexico golden aztecs were a professional american football team based in monterrey, mexico. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes hardcover january 1, 1960 by bertha morris parker author 4.
263 876 1106 668 944 477 1065 899 725 22 998 419 893 129 1528 1562 1163 141 1616 591 190 188 450 809 729 284 1443 359 1371 954