Most of the books i had previously read from this decade were already quite popular so i had to do a fair bit of research to decide which 1970s titles to read so i could determine what i wanted to include. Duane cowin and their sevenyearold daughter, dorane, first parent purchasers of the 1947 edition of the world book encyclopedia at their home in lansing, michigan world book photo by clair reid inset. Im just wondering how much these actually cost theres about 29 books. Includes six a, three f, one m, and three no volumes. The concise encyclopedia of formula one david tremayne and mark hughes. Collageand hollow out the books and repurpose them into shadowboxes with. I bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. Volume 3, cch the world book encyclopedia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. With that victory, the yankees became only the second team in major league baseball history to come back from a 31 deficit to win a bestofseven world series. Mar 05, 2012 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. Wonderful, readable articles much better than britanica or americana for use by high school kids as well as most educated adults. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. Jan 31, 2014 there are some older encyclopedia sets that are valued by collectors. The world book encyclopedia in twelve volumes with guide.
Check out our encyclopedia set selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade. Are they valuable or should i try to take them to goodwill. Other readers should have given the book mostly 3 stars and above. The world book encyclopedia volume 3 c ch abebooks. We are moving to a smaller residence and need to sell these. I have a nice set of 1958 world book encyclopedias with the updates for years to follow. Ya set in the 1900s ya set in the 1910s ya set in the 1920s ya. The chicago published encyclopedia by field enterprises educational corp. Concerns the zeitgeist of the time, disillusioned hippies, and so forth sort of like a southern californian fear and loathing but.
Valuesculture of the 1970s womens rights antiwar protests environmentalism the womens liberation movement in the united states began in the 1960s but carried over to the 70s, it took a prominent role in the american society. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for. 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. It is not a complete set and includes multiple copies of the same volume from different editions. The formula one world champion is the most exciting and glamourous competition in the world today. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. The printed grolier student encyclopedia of endangered species from 1994 in good condition is typically worth about as much as a 1994 new book of knowledge in similar condition. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. The bad news is, if you can find a buyer for that year you might get about 25. Sewing book,better homes and garden,1970,needlcraft encyclopedia,good housekeeping. What can be done with a set of world book encyclopedia from 1960. Compiling a list of classic childrens books from the 1970s was unexpectedly challenging. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. The world book year book, 1990 by world book encyclopedia.
Ya set in the 1970s 69 books meet your next favorite book. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia set 1974. Humans by editors of encyclopaedia britannica and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The world book encyclopedia 1958 annual paperback 1958 by world book author 5. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. Jan 9 five roman catholic priests are among those held by the police. Ya set in the 1900s ya set in the 1910s ya set in the 1920s ya set in the 1930s ya set in the 1940s ya set in the 1950s ya set. Pages in category 1958 books the following 16 pages are in this category, out of 16 total.
Please no fantasyscience fiction that is set in a different world. Sewing book,better homes and garden,1970,needlcraft encyclopedia, good housekeeping. Nov 16, 2015 i bought my kids a new world book encyclopedia back in 1973. Why does the 1958 encyclopedia britannica clearly state that antarctica has a. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right 1964. Rare antique world book encyclopedia set 1928 complete. The 1958 world series was a rematch of the 1957 world series, with the new york yankees beating the defending champion milwaukee braves in seven games for their 18th title, and their seventh in 10 years. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was. For over 50 years the racers and their teams have reeled from venue to venue leaving a trail of highoctane fuel around the circuits and spilt champayne over the rostrums. Theyve sat in a bookshelf since they were purchased. World book encyclopedia 1958 annual supplement paperback. And because i was the only one who had a computer, i also got the encyclopedia on a cdrom. What are some good fiction books set in the 60s70s.
Pages in category 1970 books the following 23 pages are in this category, out of 23 total. My grandparents have a full set of a 1968 edition world book encyclopedia set including the world book atlas that goes along with it. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. Top 10 books about the 1970s jimmy carters energy policy, stadium rock, the death of mao, fall of the shah, the sweeney and roy of the rovers feature as hot topics among ian plenderleiths. Morris jones with unidentified employee, circa 1940. Set the home university encyclopedia revised edition 1958. I dont want to toss it out if its of any value so please give us as much information as possible. The world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp. I have a full set of the 1969 world book encyclopedias az and 3 additional year books of important happenings along with 3 dictionaries. Jump back 50 years and get a sense of americas most radical decade for yourself with these books from the 1960s. Assisted by two hundred fifty outstanding leaders in their respective fields.
There are some older encyclopedia sets that are valued by collectors. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like. That 39yearold encyclopedia was still useful, but didnt include anaything thats happened since about 1972. Jan 1 in caracas, venezuela, a revolt against the jimenez dictatorship is crushed. The summer of 69 came to a close half a century ago, but the culmination of the 1960sa decade of sexual revolution and dramatic political change, cultural celebrities, social scandals, and literary epiphaniesstill feels more relevant than ever. The world book encyclopedia, 1989 by book, incorporated. These have been stored in our home office but due to moving home we can no longer house them. Tips and ideas about collecting and selling collectable books. Jan 3 military officers and others suspected of having been enemies of peace during the recent revolt in venezuela have been imprisoned.
I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. 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. Nov 05, 2014 top 10 books about the 1970s jimmy carters energy policy, stadium rock, the death of mao, fall of the shah, the sweeney and roy of the rovers feature as hot topics among ian plenderleiths. Nongenre novels and short stories written after the 1970s, but set at least partially in the 1970s. A lot of thirteen hardcover volumes of the world book encyclopedia, dating from the 1960s1970s. Dear wbe 1974, the good news is the pictures in the books are worth more than the set.
We have a complete 1978 set of world book encyclopedias. Jul 9, 2017 1958 complete set of 18 world book encyclopedias a thru z plus study guide and 1959 and 1960 annuals reference books by. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition. May 30, 2018 compiling a list of classic childrens books from the 1970s was unexpectedly challenging. Well, im currently reading the following and would recommend it. Buy the world book year book, 1990 by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. If you have any questions then please let me know complete set of the encyclopaedia britannica 32 volumes. Encyclopedia britannica edition 15 full set 32 books in total this a full set in fab condition. Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. Apr 05, 2014 the world book encyclopedia by, 1970, field enterprises educational corp.